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America’s Cup Barcelona 2024: Dates and where to watch it
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After 14 years, the America’s Cup has returned to Spain. The last time this prestigious sailing event was held in the country was in 2010, in Valencia. Now, it has docked in Barcelona, with the "Fan Fest" set up along the beaches of Bogatell and Barceloneta. These areas feature giant screens to broadcast the races, though spectators can also simply turn their heads towards the sea to view the race. The America’s Cup is considered the third most economically impactful sporting event globally, following the Olympics and the FIFA World Cup. It is also the oldest sporting competition in the world, with a history spanning 174 years, dating back to 1851. However, it has only visited Spain three times, including this year. From August 22 to October 27, 2024, Barcelona becomes the focal point of the sailing world, hosting the highly anticipated edition of the event.
However, it has only visited Spain three times, including this year. From August 22 to October 27, 2024, Barcelona will be hosting the highly anticipated edition of the event. Unlike many modern sports events, the America’s Cup features a unique format. In this event, the actual champion defends their title, while other boats compete to challenge them. This year, the defending champions, Team New Zealand, chose Barcelona as the venue. They will face off against five challengers: Ineos Britannia from Great Britain, Luna Rossa from Italy, Alinghi Red Bull Racing from Switzerland, American Magic from the United States, and Orient Express from France.
Barcelona’s shores welcome the America’s Cup once more for an exciting sailing competition
The competition is divided into three phases. First, preliminary races are held from August 22 to 25, which serve as training and do not affect the final standings. The second phase, the Louis Vuitton Cup, runs from August 29 to October 7, where the five challenger boats compete for the right to face the champion in the America’s Cup. Finally, the competition culminates from October 12 to 27 with the showdown between Team New Zealand and the challenger team.
For those keen to follow the action, the America’s Cup 2024 will be broadcast on Spanish Television, as well as Catalan channels Esport3 and Betevé. Additionally, the races will be available for free on the official YouTube channel of the event. The economic impact of the event is substantial. According to the organizers, the America’s Cup 2024 will contribute approximately 1.115 billion euros to Barcelona’s local economy, thanks to spending by national and international visitors, team expenditures, and pre-event investments.
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America’s Cup Barcelona 2024: Dates and where to watch it
America’s Cup Barcelona 2024: Dates and where to watch it
Barcelona hosts the third most economically impactful sporting event in the world
Written by
Jean Fowler
Jean Fowler
After 14 years, the America’s Cup has returned to Spain. The last time this prestigious sailing event was held in the country was in 2010, in Valencia. Now, it has docked in Barcelona, with the "Fan Fest" set up along the beaches of Bogatell and Barceloneta. These areas feature giant screens to broadcast the races, though spectators can also simply turn their heads towards the sea to view the race. The America’s Cup is considered the third most economically impactful sporting event globally, following the Olympics and the FIFA World Cup. It is also the oldest sporting competition in the world, with a history spanning 174 years, dating back to 1851. However, it has only visited Spain three times, including this year. From August 22 to October 27, 2024, Barcelona becomes the focal point of the sailing world, hosting the highly anticipated edition of the event.
However, it has only visited Spain three times, including this year. From August 22 to October 27, 2024, Barcelona will be hosting the highly anticipated edition of the event. Unlike many modern sports events, the America’s Cup features a unique format. In this event, the actual champion defends their title, while other boats compete to challenge them. This year, the defending champions, Team New Zealand, chose Barcelona as the venue. They will face off against five challengers: Ineos Britannia from Great Britain, Luna Rossa from Italy, Alinghi Red Bull Racing from Switzerland, American Magic from the United States, and Orient Express from France.
Barcelona’s shores welcome the America’s Cup once more for an exciting sailing competition
The competition is divided into three phases. First, preliminary races are held from August 22 to 25, which serve as training and do not affect the final standings. The second phase, the Louis Vuitton Cup, runs from August 29 to October 7, where the five challenger boats compete for the right to face the champion in the America’s Cup. Finally, the competition culminates from October 12 to 27 with the showdown between Team New Zealand and the challenger team.
For those keen to follow the action, the America’s Cup 2024 will be broadcast on Spanish Television, as well as Catalan channels Esport3 and Betevé. Additionally, the races will be available for free on the official YouTube channel of the event. The economic impact of the event is substantial. According to the organizers, the America’s Cup 2024 will contribute approximately 1.115 billion euros to Barcelona’s local economy, thanks to spending by national and international visitors, team expenditures, and pre-event investments.
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