Behind the scene

14.02.2010

Race 2, Views from the dock

Amparo, Asun and Encarna support Alinghi  “We find them more accessible and more open. We think Alinghi will come back today and get a point. We hope they win to keep the Cup here in Valencia.” Dora prefers BMW ORACLE Racing because “there is more technology concerned". All four know each other from the Valencia Yacht...
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12.02.2010

VSD pays a visit to Valencia

“February is not really the ideal month for a pleasure sail. We spent 24 hours with winds of force 5 bang on the nose, bashing into a swell of 2-3 metres. That’s kind of an insight into...
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12.02.2010

Race 1, Views from the dock...

  A pair of Swiss-Germans couple from Basle have been in Valencia since last Saturday and are staying until Sunday. This morning they had taken up position, alpine bells ready, in front of...
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12.02.2010

La Dolce Vita in Valencia

Here, there are spectacular sunrises. A dawn run along the Las Arenas and Cabanyal, city beaches’ fantastic long promenade is rewarded with a radiant red sunrise way out to where the race...
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09.02.2010

No reservation

It is a relaxed meeting during which the chef remarks that he is still amazed that he could set up the two different gastronomic experiences, the Gastro bar and the restaurant, in Valencia in so...
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09.02.2010

Remote control

Going upwind can sometimes end up with the harsh penalties of ending up spreaders in the water (a situation you never wish to anyone in real life out on the race course ). A tack from the tip of...
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08.02.2010

Screen idols ?

Five English sailing fans had driven over 20 hours from Southampton to be part of Race Day 1, all looking to see and learn more about the technology. They arrived late on Saturday night in Valencia....
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07.02.2010

Bring it on !

The rhythm and power of detonation in a sharp sequence creates a unique experience for the ears.  Organised by Vincent Caballer, expert in the field, this Mascletá was, appropriately,...
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06.02.2010

The Auld Mug at Quique Dacosta's

On the menu were two dishes created especially for this America’s Cup, ‘Bruma’ which references the winter mist, and ‘Arroz Invernal’ which explores the theme of...
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05.02.2010

Don’t miss a moment of the America’s Cup

To follow what is happening in Valencia, to learn if the conditions will be favourable for the first race between the giants Alinghi and BMW Oracle,...
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04.02.2010

Opening by the Mayoress

The mayoress greeted the event media team and met with members of the international media who were present before thanking and introducing the official sponsors of this 33rd edition.  She...
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