- American Racing Challenger Team USA confirmed as the US-based America's Cup Challenger representing Challenging Yacht Club Sail Newport, for the Louis Vuitton 38th America's Cup.
NEWPORT, R.I., April 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- American Racing Challenger Team USA, representing Challenging Yacht Club Sail Newport, has been confirmed as an Official Challenger for the Louis Vuitton 38th America's Cup, marking a major moment in the resurgence of American sailing on the global stage.
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