This site is part of Newsquest's audited local newspaper network. Isle of Wight County Press: The memorial of Ben Smith and his partner Ann. "It would be an incredible opportunity to build on the momentum coming out of this Cup, give the country something big to shout about coming out of COVID, give New Zealand the chance to raise commercial revenue and all the other teams the chance to regroup. We were around 75-80km in and the longest ascent of the day awaited, made easier by the still sunny conditions. Then again, its not really necessary as the route is clearly signposted, whichever direction youre circumnavigating the island. The next morning, before our ferry back to the mainland, we enjoyed breakfast at Joliffes Eatery in Cowes. Ben Ainslie, in full Sir Charles Benedict Ainslie, (born February 5, 1977, Macclesfield, Cheshire, England), British sailing champion who became the most-decorated Olympic mariner of all time when he captured his fourth career gold medal (fifth medal overall) at the 2012 Games in London. Mark McNeil, chairman of the Classic Boat Museum, said:It is a huge privilege for the museum to display this important yacht this summer which performed exceptionally well in the early rounds of the Prada Cup in February 2021. You've been subscribed to our newsletter. See footage of Ineos Britannia racing here: We do not moderate comments, but we expect readers to adhere to certain rules in the interests of open and accountable debate. Comments have been closed on this article. the shell of a large 18th-century Data returned from the Piano 'meterActive/meterExpired' callback event. Ainslie, 37, won the race with Oracle Team USA last year and will captain a team for the next event in 2017. America's Cup (external website)external-link. ", Isle of Wight resident Sir Ben Ainslie said:"Showcasing the historical legacy of the Americas Cup is one of the goals of the Classic Boat Museum and we are delighted to again support them by donating BRITANNIA II, helping bring the Americas Cup story to life and leaving a legacy for the generations to come.". Make sure youre well fuelled for heading up the west side as a gradual, grinding ascent to Blackgang burns a match or two. It is important that we continue to promote these adverts as our local businesses need as much support as possible during these challenging times. He was due to skipper Britains Team Origin in the 201213 Americas Cup World Series (ACWS), but the team was disbanded in 2010. Sir Ben Ainslie will be attending to a charity lunch at Haseley Manor in Arreton to raise money for the Isle of Wight Scouts on Friday 22nd October 2021. Also known as: Sir Charles Benedict Ainslie. The latest addition is theAC75 foiling monohull which wasBritains race boat during the 36th Americas Cup held in Auckland in 2021. Four-time Olympic champion Ainslie, who was instrumental in sealing one of sport's greatest comebacks when Team USA overhauled an 8-1 deficit to beat Team New Zealand in San Francisco, said the victory had been "way more powerful than anything I had done as an individual". It was still memorable, just safely memorable. Sir Ben and his wife Lady Ainslie called for knowledge of the ocean as well as the challenge of plastics to be taught to pupils. In May 2005 Ainslie took the decision to relinquish the role of tactician and focus on improving his match racing skills as helmsman of the 'B' boat used to practice and tune the race boat helmed by Dean Barker . Ainslie figure headed a British challenge for the Cup alongside Sir Keith Mills the team was named Team Origin. Thanks! See footage of Ineos Britannia racing here: We do not moderate comments, but we expect readers to adhere to certain rules in the interests of open and accountable debate. SIR Ben Ainslie's chances of winning the 36th America's Cup were dented after his Ineos Team UK crew failed to register a point in its vital qualifying event in New Zealand. Star exhibits include the 1939 lifeboat Jesse Lumb, which visitors can board, and Sir Ben Ainslies 2017 Americas Cup test boat BAR-T1. Or llamas. Already have an account with us? It is important that we continue to promote these adverts as our local businesses need as much support as possible during these challenging times. Sign in to manage your newsletter preferences. With regulations limiting teams to just one boat, the continuing development of the AC75 for at least the next two events, a tightening of eligibility rules and a cut in set-up costs, the Team UK skipper believes several new challengers could be NZ-bound in 2024. click bio for more, Great to be back on on T6! contact the editor here. "Fortunately, I'm not superstitious and I would say, if youre well-structured and you have a good relationship with the defender, which we do, we should be able to make it work to our advantage. Ainslie, 33, moved to this part of the New Forest coast 12 years ago. They write new content and verify and edit content received from contributors. The east side of the island is characterised by a series of climbs that rise and fall sharply. Ainslie responded by establishing his own team, Ben Ainslie Racing, which finished third overall. I smiled, then nervously smiled. SIR Ben Ainslie dropped into Sea View Yacht Club to help launch the club's summer schools sailing programme. Given his background, it's only natural that these foundations and trusts are centred around the world of sailing. ", Isle of Wight resident Sir Ben Ainslie said:"Showcasing the historical legacy of the Americas Cup is one of the goals of the Classic Boat Museum and we are delighted to again support them by donating BRITANNIA II, helping bring the Americas Cup story to life and leaving a legacy for the generations to come.". Its also a fossil island, with professional and amateur palaeontologists flocking here, with finds as old as 130 million years. While every effort has been made to follow citation style rules, there may be some discrepancies. The exposed ridge overlooking Freshwater can resemble a wind tunnel, however, so bear that in mind for autumnal adventures. Encyclopaedia Britannica's editors oversee subject areas in which they have extensive knowledge, whether from years of experience gained by working on that content or via study for an advanced degree. https://www.britannica.com/biography/Ben-Ainslie, International Finn Association - Finn Class Interview: Ben Ainslie - Hopes of a Nation. Ainslie was disqualified from the final two races of the championships and narrowly escaped a lengthy ban from the U.K.s Royal Yachting Association. Would you like to receive offers, updates and events from BikeRadar and its publisher Our Media Ltd (an Immediate Group Company)? Let us know if you have suggestions to improve this article (requires login). There is a heaven that shines over the Isle of Wight, especially for road cyclists. off the team #TestBoat #AmericasCup, Alter Egos and marginal gains! Usually. This is home to many of the islands wealthiest residents, a place where yachts bob away beneath the Earl of Yarborough Monument, a massive obelisk of granite to commemorate the man who was the first Commodore of the Royal Yacht Squadron at Cowes. It has traditionally begun with a challenger series - the Louis Vuitton Cup - to decide which team gets to take on the champions, but qualifying races have been shortened and reorganised for the next competition. The duchess, who is a keen sailor and watched some of the London 2012 Olympic racing, attended the launch at the National Maritime Museum in Greenwich, south east London. Ive always prided myself on endurance, a proliferation of slow-twitch muscle fibres easing this two-wheeled tortoise to the finish. Have your say on the Victims Hub: A new era of support for Isle of Wight crime victims 24, April 2023; 30 Isle of Wight teams to benefit from 114,000 3G upgrade to astro-pitch in East Cowes 24, April 2023; Isle of Wight bank holiday pharmacy opening times: Find your nearest in Newport, Ryde, Sandown, Seaview, and Yarmouth 24, April 2023 What lies beneath, then, is a huge pull for dinosaur hunters. He supports Chelsea FC. And a walking island. It was 100 for the night and we booked via booking.com. Qualifying rounds have been streamlined and will start in 2015. It was one of 18th-century Britains greatest scandals and was immortalised in the 2015 film The Scandalous Lady W starring Natalie Dormer. Sir Ben Ainslie will be attending to a charity lunch at Haseley Manor in Arreton to raise money for the Isle of Wight Scouts on Friday 22nd October 2021. "I would like to thank the team at INEOS Britanniafor this amazing donation. One sunny morning, Matt Baird, the editor over at BikeRadars sister title, Cycling Plus magazine, and I cycled off the ferry from Southampton to East Cowes. We were here on the Isle of Wight to ride the perimeter of the island around 65 miles in a day. Editors' Code of Practice. Editor Matt has no such issues, his lithe nine-stone stature rising up the hills with the metronomic confidence of the garlic bulbs bursting into life at the side of the country lanes were riding. He drives a Range Rover Sport (but used to have an Aston Martin for playdays). and will captain a team for the next event in 2017. If you are dissatisfied with the response provided you can The 75ft yacht, with a top speed of over 50 knots, will join the museum's eclectic mix of 89 boats which also includes the original BAR T1 (Ben Ainslie Racing) Americas Cup foiling catamaran, used as a test bed for the 2017 America's Cup in Bermuda, again gifted by Sir Ben and team to the museum in 2018. "All I can say is we would be delighted if New Zealand did want to bring the Cup to Britain," he writes. Driven by a desire to explore, and powered by the outdoor communitys recommendations its Komoots mission to inspire great adventures, making them accessible to all. If you are dissatisfied with the response provided you can A fascinating chat with 5x World Champ triathlete @lesleydoestri and her Performance Psychologist husband Simon Marshall on this weeks @performanceppl pod. The section towards Bembridge is arguably the most workmanlike of the ride, though pleasant enough with chilled flat stretches beneath canopies of trees. Distance: 104km/65 milesTotal Elevation: 1,350m/4,429ftGrade: Naughty steep pitches crank up the difficultyRoute: Download the full route on Komoot or use the QR code. At The Boat Shed a collection of nearly 90 vessels including dinghies, yachts, power boats and lifeboats are on display, highlighting the important bond between the Isle of Wight and boating. It is true that no Challenger of Record has ever actually won the Cup and there is an argument to say that being COR can be a distraction - that it takes away focus from what you should be doing. This website and associated newspapers adhere to the Independent Press Standards Organisation's Comments have been closed on this article. Please refer to the appropriate style manual or other sources if you have any questions. WebPA to Ben Ainslie & Grant Simmer Born in Argentina, Luciana has been involved in five consecutive Americas Cup campaigns since the 32nd Cup working on a variety of roles from logistics to marketing to administration. Its a ramshackle, eccentric and charming park and an antidote to modern-day sterility so much so that its featured in the book, Bollocks to Alton Towers. Where to eat: Our late finish, drained energy resources and Euro 2020 football on the telly saw us acquire less-than-textbook refuelling via Sainsburys Indian ready-meals. Theres a reason its called the death zone as @kentoncool Its most famous writer was Poet Laureate Alfred Tennyson, who sought escape from his legion of fans in the 1850s. WebBen Ainslie Racing (BAR) BAR is a commercial sporting team led by Olympic gold medalist and 34th Americas Cup winner, Sir Ben Ainslie.