Luna Rossa and INEOS tie in the Louis Vuitton Cup Final

The Louis Vuitton Cup 2024 reached an exciting starting point in its final series, with Luna Rossa Prada Pirelli and INEOS Britannia facing off in the first two races in the waters of Barcelona. On a day marked by extreme conditions, both teams secured one victory each, leaving the competition evenly balanced for the upcoming rounds.

Challenging conditions for both crews

The wind, which exceeded 20 knots at several points, along with strong waves, made handling the AC75 boats difficult in both races. The teams had to perform nearly perfect technical maneuvers to maintain control.

• First race: Luna Rossa asserted their dominance from the start, using a precise tactic in the pre-start zone, allowing them to cross the finish line 46 seconds ahead.
• Second race: INEOS Britannia responded with a flawless race, leading from the beginning and increasing the gap in each leg, securing a victory with an 18-second advantage.

Current standings of the final

With the weather conditions and strategies in play, both crews are preparing for the next showdown, scheduled for Saturday, where the wind is expected to change, potentially altering the course of the competition.