Loosely modelled on the Americas Cup series for yachts, it started in 1961 after UK catamaran designer Rod Mcalpine-Downie became aware of a challenge from America that claimed they had "the fastest sailboat".
Inspired by the Americas Cup series for yachts, this competition started in 1961 after UK catamaran designer Rod Mcalpine-Downie became aware of America's claim to have "the fastest sailboat."