Luna Rossa and Ineos Britannia one step away from the finals

As part of the semifinals of the Louis Vuitton Cup, the teams Luna Rossa Prada Pirelli and Ineos Britannia have demonstrated precise tactical execution and outstanding technical performance during the sessions on Saturday 14th and Sunday 15th of September in Barcelona. Both teams have taken an important step towards the 'match point', bringing them to the brink of the final of the 37th America's Cup.

Saturday 14th: Technical dominance in every maneuver

On Saturday, the weather conditions and sea state allowed Ineos Britannia and Luna Rossa to fully capitalize on the performance of their AC75s. Both teams executed an optimized strategy, with smooth transitions in tacks and gybes. The crew of Ineos Britannia displayed outstanding coordination between the helmsman and the grinders, maintaining a consistent speed both upwind and downwind, while Luna Rossa efficiently used the foils, maximizing lift in light wind maneuvers.

Sunday 15th: Tactical superiority and match point approaching

On Sunday, with more variable wind conditions, the teams had to adjust their setups and strategies. Luna Rossa Prada Pirelli and Ineos Britannia quickly adapted, resulting in a significant competitive advantage over their rivals. The Italians of Luna Rossa managed to maintain a perfect alignment of the mainsail, maximizing the aerodynamics of their sails during upwind legs, while the British team stood out for their impeccable onboard communication, optimizing transitions in gusty winds.

Both teams are now one step away from the 'match point', a decisive moment that will determine who advances to the final of the Louis Vuitton Cup and fights for the America’s Cup.

Current Standings

• Luna Rossa Prada Pirelli: Consistent dominance in recent sessions, one step away from reaching the 'match point'.
• Ineos Britannia: Keeping up with Luna Rossa, with a very close competition in terms of technical and tactical performance.
• Other teams: Falling behind, but still holding the possibility to surprise in upcoming races, depending on wind conditions and sea state.

With an increasingly narrow technical margin, the upcoming sessions will be crucial to determining who will advance to the final. The technical and strategic level demonstrated by both teams makes it clear that the next America's Cup will be a competition of the highest level.