Jan 24, 2025 · BARCELONA, Spain (AP) — A tidal wave of discord has hit America’s Cup sailing after INEOS Britannia announced it was parting ways with CEO and skipper Ben Ainslie for the 38th edition of the premier yachting race. Ainslie, a four-time Olympic gold medalist, said he was “astounded” by the decision.

Jan 23, 2025 · Sir Ben Ainslie has hit out at Ineos Britannia after they confirmed their challenge for the 38th America's Cup would not involve the four-time Olympic champion.

Jan 24, 2025 · BARCELONA, Spain -- A tidal wave of discord has hit America’s Cup sailing after INEOS Britannia announced it was parting ways with CEO and skipper Ben Ainslie for the 38th edition of the premier yachting race. Ainslie, a four-time Olympic gold medalist, said he was “astounded” by the decision.

Jan 27, 2025 · The split between Ainslie and INEOS Britannia has created a complex situation, especially concerning the 38th America's Cup. Ainslie's Athena Racing responded by saying the plan "raises significant legal and practical obstacles" which will play out in the coming days and weeks, and the Royal Yacht Squadron Ltd (RYS) must now decide if they'll continue to back the current INEOS Britannia team ...

Jan 23, 2025 · INEOS ends Ainslie partnership. The announcement comes three months after INEOS Britannia were defeated in the 37th America’s Cup by Defenders Emirates Team New Zealand – the first time a ...

Jan 24, 2025 · Britain's America's Cup skipper Ben Ainslie said he was astounded at being dropped by INEOS Britannia after failing to win the trophy last year.

statement from ineos britannia & sir jim ratcliffe INEOS will enter a challenge for the 38th America’s Cup under the team name INEOS Britannia after parting ways with Sir Ben Ainslie. Unfortunately, INEOS Britannia and Sir Ben could not find agreement on terms to move forward following the conclusion of the 37th America’s Cup in Barcelona.

Jan 23, 2025 · INEOS will enter a challenge for the 38th America’s Cup under the team name INEOS Britannia after parting ways with Sir Ben Ainslie. Unfortunately, INEOS Britannia and Sir Ben could not find agreement on terms to move forward following the conclusion of the 37th America’s Cup in Barcelona.

Jan 24, 2025 · But INEOS Britannia opted to completely cut with Ainslie, ending a partnership that began in 2018 and brought with it the technological know-how of the Mercedes F1 team. It said in a statement ...

Jan 23, 2025 · British sailing great Ben Ainslie will no longer be involved with INEOS Britannia's bid to win the America's Cup after failing to agree terms with the team for their next tilt at the trophy.