Alinghi 5 has Final Sail in Genoa

8:58 PM Mon 14 Sep 2009 GMT

'Alinghi 5 sailing two days ago in Genoa Italy' Alinghi Team Click Here to view large photo

Yesterday, more than one hundred people went out on the water aboard the ferryboat 'Suprema' to watch the last Alinghi 5 training day in Genoa, Italy.

The sunny weather and a gentle breeze, propelled the giant catamaran to fly on one hull, reaching speeds over 20 knots, giving all the Alinghi guests an incredible show.

'Today was an exciting day. Photos and videos don't do justice to Alinghi 5.

I'm sure in February I'll be cheering for Alinghi' said a guest, on shore.

Working on the bowsprit on Alinghi 5 in Genoa Italy - Alinghi Team Click Here to view large photo

After being at sea, the guests were welcomed by Yacht Club Italiano for a farewell cocktail and dinner in the presence of Ernesto Bertarelli and other Alinghi team members. The friendly and informal atmosphere gave the guests the possibility to talk with the team about the 33rd America's Cup.

On Wednesday 16th , Alinghi 5 will put to sea en route to Ras al-Khaimah, in UAE, where the team will continue with their development of Alinghi 5.