America's Cup

American  

noun

1. an international yachting trophy, originally offered as the Hundred Guinea Cup in 1851, but renamed for the yacht America, winner of it that year.

2. the yacht race itself, the oldest and most prestigious event in international sailing, now restricted to 12-meter yachts.

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America's Cup British  

noun

1. an international yachting trophy, first won by the schooner America in 1851 and held as a challenge trophy by the New York Yacht Club until 1983

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Example Sentences

He poured money into sailing, sponsoring an America’s Cup team and pushing for the competition to become more of a high-tech, extreme sport.

From The Wall Street Journal

“He plays classical guitar. He’s a very good tennis player. He won the America’s Cup. He has a huge Japanese art collection.”

From Barron's

Sir Jim Ratcliffe's Ineos Britannia sailing team has abandoned its challenge for the next America's Cup.

From BBC

Ainslie, 48, had a strained relationship with Manchester United co-owner Ratcliffe regarding plans for the 38th America's Cup, which prompted them to part ways.

From BBC

In February, Athena Racing claimed it was the official Challenger of Record for the 38th America's Cup.

From BBC