Louis Vuitton Cup Finals Day 7 Preview: Cup Spy Day 21
Cup Spy – Preview of Louis Vuitton Cup Finals Day 7
Sail-World’s Preview of Day 21 of the Louis Vuitton Cup – Finals Race Day 7- October 4, 2024. We will switch to a new story once racing starts, which will feature all the days coverage, reports, commentary, and images.
Weather Prognosis:
America’s Cup Weather Partner PredictWind has provided a dedicated Race Weather Center offering fans access to detailed daily weather breakdowns, live webcams, and historical weather data.
Provisional Forecast Race Day 21:
Friday Oct 4, 2024
In the morning, the offshore wind will blow from the North-West. By mid-day, the wind will die out and will struggle to build from the South as usual. In the afternoon, we expect light and variable winds around 5 knots. It will be a sunny day but with colder temperatures up to 21°C; which is not favorable for thermal wind development.
Saturday Oct 5, 2024
In the afternoon, winds from the South-West around 6 to 8 knots are expected a bit stronger than the previous day. Clear sky with temperatures on the rise.
Friday October 4, 2024: Race Schedule – Finals Matches 11 and 12:
Final – Match 11: INEOS Britannia (GBR) vs Luna Rossa Prada Pirelli (ITA) Start: 1215hrs UTC
Final – Match 12: Luna Rossa Prada Pirelli (ITA) vs INEOS Britannia (GBR) Start: 1315hrs UTC
While you’re waiting…
When INEOS Britannia‘s Dock Walk comes available from Barcelona, we’ll post it here hosted by Georgie Ainslie chatting with various members of the INEOS Britannia team. You can get the Brits’ impressions of the current weather conditions on the course and how they see it shaking out.
Format and Points:
The Finals are modelled on the America’s Cup – 13 races are scheduled, and the winner will be the first to score 7pts. Generally that will be the first to win seven races, however the International Jury may impose points penalties for infringements, on and off the water, that are not covered by the Racing Rules which are adjudicated by the Umpiring team.
Virtual Eye:
After the racing, you can replay the key points or the whole race using Virtual Eye from ARL. This is the tool that Inside Tack is using to demonstrate various points – using the actual tracks of the AC75s.
Crew Lists:
These will be posted when they come available – so check back.
North Sails Loft 57 Podcast:
North Sails Ken Read talks with Emirates Team NZ co-helm Nathan Outteridge, Tom Whidden, veteran Cup sailor, and tactician to Dennis Conner, Tom Whidden, and Orient Express Racing Team‘s super-manager Bruno Dubois.
Overall, be prepared for an exciting day of sailing with the weather conditions affecting the race dynamics. Stay tuned for more updates and insights as the Louis Vuitton Cup – Finals Day 7 unfolds.
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Luca Moretti, an accomplished sailor and marine journalist from Genoa, Italy, has a lifelong passion for the sea that has defined his career. With a degree in Marine Journalism from the University of Genoa, Luca is celebrated for his vivid and insightful storytelling. His work captures the excitement of sailing and the rich maritime traditions of Europe, making him a well-respected voice in the sailing community. When he’s not writing, Luca can be found exploring the Mediterranean’s picturesque coastlines and competing in regattas, always seeking new adventures on the open water.