AMERICAS CUP YACHT "ALINGHI" BOAT SHIP MODEL 39.5"h Start Price USD 39.99 Current Price USD 39.99 Time Left - Bid Count 1 Buy It Now Price - Reserve Price - Start Time Thursday, October 02, 2008 End Time Thursday, October 09, 2008 Location MA See more about 'AMERICAS CUP YACHT "ALINGHI" BOAT SHIP MODEL 39.5"h' Description maritimetradings store AMERICA'S CUP YACHT "ALINGHI" BOAT SHIP MODEL 39.5"h Search History of America's Cup: The America's Cup is the most famous and most prestigious regatta and Match Race in the sport of sailing, and the oldest active trophy in international sport, predating the Modern Olympics by 45 years. The America's Cup was formerly known as The Hundred Guinea Cup and was the prize for the race around the Isle of Wight. The cup, originally offered as the Royal Yacht Squadron cup, is now named after the first yacht to win the trophy, the schooner America. The trophy remained in the hands of the New York Yacht Club of the United States from 1852 or 1857 (when the syndicate that won the Cup donated the trophy to the club) until 1983 when the Cup was won by the challenger, Australia II of Australia, ending the longest winning streak in the history of sport. Alinghi: Alinghi, bearing sail number SUI-64, represented the Societe Nautique de Geneve of Switzerland in its 2003 challenge for the America's Cup.  The defender, Team New Zealand - NZL 82 of the Royal New Zealand Yacht Squadron.  The Allinghi boats for the 2003 challenge, SUI-64 (the race boat) and the SUI-75, were developed by the École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne specifically for the race. Alinghi also had a test yacht from the 2000 America's cup, SUI-59 (formerly called Fast 2000). Alinghi, the challenger, raced to a 5-0 victory against Team New Zealand on the 2 March 2003, winning the 31st America's Cup. They guaranteed themselves a further stake in the history books by being the first team since the inaugural race in 1851 to return the Auld Mug to Europe and for being the first team to win the Cup on a first attempt. Alinghi's vision was "to win the America's Cup, while earning respect and recognition as a world class sports team as well as sharing our passion". Ernesto Bertarelli is the President of Alinghi, as well as part of the sailing team.Team Design team: Head: Grant Simmer, Chief designer: Rolf Vrolijk Skipper: Russell Coutts           Helmsmen: Russell Coutts & Jochen Schuemann Tactician: Brad Butterworth    Navigator: Ernesto Bertarelli        Crew: 16     Our Model: This is a well detailed, hand made, all wood replica of the challenger and winner of the 31st America's Cup.  Team Alinghi defeated Team New Zealand in all of the first 5 races.  Team Alinghi successfully defended the cup this past July 2007 and will once again defend their title during the summer of 2009! This model will look great on a mantle in a cottage, on a credenza in an office or conference room, in the den, child's room or anywhere you want to add a classy nautical touch.  It makes a great gift for the avid sailor, America's Cup fan or anyone who wants to bring the sport of sailing a little closer to home. All High Gloss black and red paint makes the "Alinghi" really stand out.  This particular model can rest in the included cradle for display, can be hung on the wall using optional brackets (I've seen elsewhere & will carry soon, sorry not in stock) or can be hung from the ceiling using fishing line for a unique feel.  Dimensions are approximately 23.6"L x 4.7"D x 39.6"WAll sailboat models ship with the masts in two pieces.  In about 15 minutes, less if you are pretty familiar with these, you'll have the mast stepped, sails rigged and lines taut.  Directions are included as well. 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