Some interesting and almost forgotten history of the Americas Cup. Here is a brief look at the oldest trophy in sports.
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The 1987 Americas Cup, maybe the best one ever, you decide! Leave a comment. Here is some pretty cool footage of the way sailing used to be….. [youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y1eeAi5EyU8&w=560&h=315]
