Show Notes
A win, a capsize, then another win. La Roche-Posay gave us the full rollercoaster on Day 2 of the America’s Cup Preliminary Regatta in Naples, recovering from their second capsize in two days to finish on a high.
Andy and Shona unpack four thrilling races, from Nathan Outteridge putting Luna Rossa under pressure at the start to Emirates Team New Zealand’s Women & Youth crew taking a memorable victory.
We look at the battle for the final, ARC Team USA’s strong starts and costly penalties, and why even Luna Rossa can struggle when caught in the pack. Plus, what the onboard audio reveals about staying calm when everything is happening at speed.
Who will make the final? Let us know your predictions in the comments.
00:00 France’s Capsize And Remarkable Comeback01:28 Outteridge Puts Luna Rossa Under Pressure02:42 Standings, USA’s Starts And Costly Penalties03:57 Luna Rossa Caught In The Pack04:43 Onboard Audio: Calm Amid The Chaos06:33 Who Will Reach The Final?
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