America's Cup: Eighth entry received - now seven challengers

9:32 AM Wed 16 Feb 2011 GMT

'Team NZ prepare for training in the AC45 - 14 February 2011' Richard Gladwell Click Here to view large photo

America's Cup event organizers have confirmed the receipt of an eighth entry for the 34th America's Cup in 2013. The official announcement by the team is expected soon. The receipt of an eighth entry for the 34th America's Cup in 2013 was confirmed today. This seventh challenger for the America's Cup joins ranks with Aleph (France), Artemis Racing (Sweden), Energy Team (France), Mascalzone Latino (Italy), Team Australia, and one undisclosed team. (S-W: Believed to be Team NZ). The United States' Oracle Racing, vying to Defend the Cup, is the eighth entrant. 'With the AC45 sea trials underway for entered Cup ...

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by America's Cup Media