America's Cup (external website)external-link. 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. Its cobbled streets lead down to the waterfront and three marinas looking out to the Solent He won his first event in Sydney in 2020, and continues to put in top Shipwreck Museum Comments have been closed on this article. The latest addition is the AC75 foiling monohull which was Britains race boat during the 36th Americas Cup held in Auckland in 2021. Two outstanding Isle of Wight volunteers are among 500 Coronation Champions honoured by the King and Queen in the run-up to the big day next weekend. inaccuracy or intrusion, then please The Olympic sailing legend lives in Seaview on the north-east of the Isle and theres talk that his team, Ineos Team UK, will compete in the next Americas Cup, with Cowes mooted as the venue. Usually. Web46k Followers, 180 Following, 324 Posts - See Instagram photos and videos from Ben Ainslie (@benainslie) 45.8k Followers, 178 Following, 315 Posts - See Instagram photos The official route deviates inland to pass Brighstone and its rows of thatched cottages and traditional farmhouses. His father, Roddy, was an accomplished yachtsman, skippering a boat on the first Whitbread Round the World Race in 197374. 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. Updates? Its original remit of offering scenery and curiosity to the middle classes led to its most famous attraction, a large whale skeleton washed up by nearby Needles. "There is a huge passion for the America's Cup in this country and we want to bring it home," said Ainslie. Sir Ben Ainslie Credits: Image - Getty, video - Newshub. Read about our approach to external linking. In 2012 it was announced that Ainslie had been granted a knighthood in the New Year Honours list. "This period in the Cup is a little bit like the transfer window in the Premier League - youve got the talent out there on the market to a certain extent. Luciana joins the team as PA to Ben Ainslie and Grant Simmer. The challenge was first contested in 1851 with a race around the Isle of Wight and won by the schooner Americato claim the Hundred Guinea Cup for the American team. Editors' Code of Practice. and will captain a team for the next event in 2017. Check-in from 17:00-21:00 FREE Check-out from 06:00-09:00 FREE. 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 will start at Ben aligns himself with those at the top of their game whether it be in sports, action and awareness for charities, business or personal pursuits of adventure. Editors' Code of Practice. My inner Vincenzo Nibali was replaced by, well, my 44-year-old father-of-two me and I scrubbed some speed. The section towards Bembridge is arguably the most workmanlike of the ride, though pleasant enough with chilled flat stretches beneath canopies of trees. Ben and Lady Georgie Ainsley, the former Sky Sports For an island tour, the first 25km are devoid of sea views, but that changes at Bembridge. 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. Cool explained to us on this weeks PP pod with his wife @mrsjazzcool Newsquest Media Group Ltd, 1st Floor, Chartist Tower, Upper Dock Street, Newport, Wales, NP20 1DW Registered in England & Wales | 01676637 |. Ainslie, who says his team has a budget of about 80m, added: "There has been a lot of talk about Adrian joining the team and I have met with Adrian a number of times. ", 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.". Our editors will review what youve submitted and determine whether to revise the article. Its well worth the effort, though, as the views are incredible. Pod out now https://youtu.be/u6InDuiTu0Y If you are dissatisfied with the response provided you can Save 25% + DMR Trail Gloves + DeathGrips when you subscribe to MBUK magazine, *Spring Savings* Try 6 issues of Cycling Plus for just 9.99 | Save 74% today, BikeRadar Rides | A lap of the Isle of Wight. During that time, Ainslie also captured nine world championships in the single-handed Laser and Finn classes and a world match-racing title, and he was named the International Sailing Federation (ISAF) Sailor of the Year three times (1999, 2002, and 2008). Britannia II arriving in Cowes this afternoon. 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. Already have an account with us? The latest addition is theAC75 foiling monohull which wasBritains race boat during the 36th Americas Cup held in Auckland in 2021. Also known as: Sir Charles Benedict Ainslie. 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. ", Team NZ's Blair Tuke coy on future with Kiwi syndicate, Why battle to keep America's Cup on Kiwi waters has just begun, Copyright 2023 Discovery NZ Limited (Warner Bros. Cowes is the historic birthplace of the Americas Cup. Good to know. "Britannia II joins our wide range of historical breakthrough yachting exhibits and will be as significant addition to the Boat Shed, allowing the museum to showcase the history of the exciting development of foiling boats and the British Americas Cup story. 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. Its death by a thousand inclines. First staged in 1851 off the Isle of Wight in England. Sir Ben Ainslie's America's Cup boat Britannia II will join another of Sir Ben's racing yachts as centrepieces of the Isle of Wight museum's already impressive The lodges are in the owners garden and are comfortable and clean. Sir Charles Benedict Ainslie CBE (born 5 February 1977) is a British competitive sailor. Ainslie is the most successful sailor in Olympic history. He won medals at five consecutive Olympics from 1996 onwards, including gold at the four consecutive Games (Sydney, Athens, Beijing & London) held between 2000 and 2012. Those ads you do see are predominantly from local businesses promoting local services. WebBen Ainslie, in full Sir Charles Benedict Ainslie, (born February 5, 1977, Macclesfield, Cheshire, England), British sailing champion who became the most-decorated Olympic @georgieainslie @performance.people, Fascinating hearing what James Dyson and his son Jake think of how we teach our kids. Im never quite sure which is which. He supports Chelsea FC. 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 WebBen Ainslie Follow Career Highlights 11-time World Champion 2016: Louis Vuitton Americas Cup World Series winner 2013: Winner 34th Americas Cup with OTUSA (San Francisco, USA) 2013: Broke the Round the Island Race Multihull record with J.P. Morgan BAR in the AC45 More Highlights - Show All SailGP 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. Let us know if you have suggestions to improve this article (requires login). 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. The 55-year-old is the most successful F1 car designer in history and has masterminded Red Bull's four consecutive drivers' and constructors' world title successes from 2010 to 2013. If it moves, the marketing team tag and sell it. 9. Discovery) - All Rights Reserved, By subscribing you agree to our Terms of Access and Privacy Policy. If you have a complaint about the editorial content which relates to The memorial of Ben Smith and his partner Ann. Its most famous writer was Poet Laureate Alfred Tennyson, who sought escape from his legion of fans in the 1850s. Hit the peak, suck in the view, breathe in the sea air and enjoy an exhilarating descent into Freshwater where 65kph registered on my computer. Ep out now https://youtu.be/I90eaNZ7fx8 Ainslie hopes to base his team in Portsmouth but is prepared to take the venture overseas if his proposals are not given planning permission. Its here that we took a breather for further fuel and fluids, boosting flagging glucose levels. 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. Immediately, speculation suggested a one-off Deed of Gift race between TNZ and Team UK, to be staged in the Isle of Wight next year, before a full regatta back in Auckland in 2024. But as we climbed out of East Cowes and headed toward the east coast and Nettlestone on our lap of the island, traffic was busier than normal thanks to the rise of the staycation. 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. It was 100 for the night and we booked via booking.com. Newsquest Media Group Ltd, 1st Floor, Chartist Tower, Upper Dock Street, Newport, Wales, NP20 1DW Registered in England & Wales | 01676637 |. With new rules set in stone for the next two regattas, Ainslie believes the future of the event is shaping up nicely. Youve got to move quickly to try to secure the people you want. "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. Here, there are few buildings and a wild and desolate atmosphere. Ben Ainslie is one of the most successful sailors in Olympic history, winning medals at five consecutive Olympics from 1996 onwards, including gold at the four Games held between 2000 and 2012. Huge line-up announced for @sailgp Season 3! Ainslie responded by establishing his own team, Ben Ainslie Racing, which finished third overall. Last updated on 10 June 201410 June 2014.From the section Sailing. @dyson @georgieainslie #performancepeople, Fascinating insight into the great but brutal sport of rugby with @samwarbs and @christombs71 on our latest @performance.people POD with @georgieainslie Isle of Wight County Press: The memorial of Ben Smith and his partner Ann. The UK enjoys a rich history in the competition with the first ever race taking place off the Isle of Wight in the mid-19th Century. With around 10km to go, Steves ride had arguably just begun. Ive always prided myself on endurance, a proliferation of slow-twitch muscle fibres easing this two-wheeled tortoise to the finish. Pristine roads and easy navigation make a lap of the Isle of Wight a must-do for roadies. With more than 1,350m of climbing, from short, sharp pitches on the east side to longer, shallower drags on the west side, a lap of the island is a wonderful, challenging day for all, with committed masochists having the option to ride both clockwise and anti-clockwise in the same day. Pod out now https://youtu.be/7uO_5EO3fBE The remainder of the ride was characterised by more sedate stimulation: peaceful country lanes, wildflowers and rolling roads through the town of Newtown. Sadly, slow-twitchers come at the expense of hare-like fast-twitchers, meaning this is a route profile that cuts deep. Isle of Wight County Press: Ben and Henry Payer lived at 3 Alfred Street, East Cowes and were both pug boys. ", 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.". Anyway, the roads then narrowed and flattened and we were spewed out somewhere familiar hazily familiar. contact the editor here. Charles Dickens and Enid Blyton were both reportedly inspired by the isle, as is current resident Alan Titchmarsh, whose raunchy novels inspired The Guardian to call Alans style sex in a pullover. 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. Children & extra beds There are no extra beds provided in a room. Its still a showpiece today alongside the Rumpus Mansion, the Valley of the Dodos and Cowboy Town. He dug deep and against grey clouds creeping over from the mainlands Lowry-like industrial backdrop this time of Fawley oil refinery rather than Salford we reached our Cowes finish line, more than seven hours after we set off, albeit a good portion of that devoted to stops for photography. click bio for more, Great to be back on on T6! 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. The multi-time Olympic sailing gold medallist heads INEOS Team UK - the new Challenger of Record to the 'Auld Mug'. inaccuracy or intrusion, then please Ben Ainslie is one of the most successful sailors in Olympic history, winning medals at five consecutive Olympics from 1996 onwards, including gold at the four Games held between 2000 and 2012. "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. The east side of the island is characterised by a series of climbs that rise and fall sharply. A Gannett Company. Ainslie also competed in the Americas Cup series. contact IPSO here, 2001-2023. contact the editor here. In the following four Games, he proved dominant, winning in the Laser in Sydney (2000) and moving to the heavier Finn class to take the gold in Athens (2004), Beijing (2008), and London (2012); his five medals beat the previous record of Danish sailor Paul Elvstrm, who had also won four straight gold medals (194860) but no silver. "All I can say is we would be delighted if New Zealand did want to bring the Cup to Britain," he writes. For 132 years America retained the Cup before Australia wrested the trophy from the Americans in 1983 in a breakthrough 12metre class yacht with wings on the keel. Please refer to the appropriate style manual or other sources if you have any questions. In a prolonged duel with Brazilian Robert Scheidt, the 19-year-old Ainslie had to settle for the silver medal when both men were disqualified from the last race of the regatta. 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 dropped into Sea View Yacht Club to help launch the club's summer schools sailing programme. Island Flyer and Solent Flyer. 10. Either that or persist with trying to convince your family that the white pebble youve picked up is a dinosaur tooth. There is a heaven that shines over the Isle of Wight, especially for road cyclists. We stayed overnight and returned to the mainland the following morning but this ride is easily doable in a day, meaning a foot-passenger day ticker is also an option. They write new content and verify and edit content received from contributors. A Gannett Company. (Image: David White) The next church is that of St Andrews in Chale. Theres a reason its called the death zone as @kentoncool Data returned from the Piano 'meterActive/meterExpired' callback event. 8. Where to stay: We stayed at Pebbles Lodge, Gurnard, on the west side of Cowes. Then my wife fell asleep before we cut the cake, and my dad and best man had to carry her to bed. The America's Cup winner decides the format and venue of the next event, which takes place every three to five years. Ainslie, 37, won the race with Oracle Team USA last yearand will captain a team for the next event in 2017. This site is part of Newsquest's audited local newspaper network. Ben Ainslie is not averse to a little superstition too and uses a lucky name for all his boats since his early Olympic days. Won by US yacht America, No British team has won it, but Sir Ben Ainslie is hoping to change that with his new team, Racing is boat-on-boat, called match-racing, Takes place roughly every three to five years, The winner decides the rules and venue of the next event, As holders Oracle Team USA have revamped the format. Ainslie, 37, won the race with Oracle Team USA last year and will captain a team for the next event in 2017. The roads are also quiet. but this is closer to Formula One than gentlemen racing their elegant yachts around the Isle of The exposed ridge overlooking Freshwater can resemble a wind tunnel, however, so bear that in mind for autumnal adventures. Sea levels rose, flooding the Solent. View map. Its worth a visit, as ornate furnishings and artefacts decorate the rooms and corridors where Victoria entertained heads of state; in fact, echoes of the empire emanate from every chamber including the frankly psychedelic Durbar Room, designed by Rudyard Kiplings father John Lockwood in an elaborate Indian style. Britannia II arriving in Cowes this afternoon. Taking the America's Cup back to where it all began would be a game-changing event, according to Sir Ben Ainslie. Im no engineer, but having ridden in France I read that their smoother surfaces are down to using less-coarse asphalt because of lower rainfall. Performance People pod out tomorrow with some strong views on education. 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. 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. More specifically, were in the car park of Compton Beach, aka fossil nirvana with its famous dinosaur footprint thats still visible at low tide. The opening round, which starts next year, will feature a number of teams, to be whittled down to four. Where the east was dominated by hedgerows and trees, the west is open fields that draw your senses to the English Channel. Then again, its not really necessary as the route is clearly signposted, whichever direction youre circumnavigating the island. We descended at speed before drawing to an abrupt halt at the base of Blackgang to reprise a childhood memory, for here is the theme park thatd lit up the imagination of many a childs summer holidays. What sits above is equally appealing for bike riders, as the roads are the smoothest youll find anywhere in the UK. Its one of the sunniest places in England, enjoying an average of 37 hours of weekly sun compared to a mere 29 on the mainland. Or llamas. Ep out tomorrow linktr.ee/performancepeople I had the tasty eggs benedict but would recommend something a little less saucy if followed by cycling. Comments have been closed on this article. The Military Road then carried us through the often-windswept Area of Outstanding Beauty and along the Tennyson Heritage Coast. 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. Sir Ben Ainslie's America's Cup boat Britannia II will join another of Sir Ben's racing yachts as centrepieces of the Isle of Wight museum's already impressive collection. Steves grin turned to a grimace, his bike from friend to foe. Sir Ben Ainslie's America's Cup boat Britannia II will join another of Sir Ben's racing yachts as centrepieces of the Isle of Wight museum's already impressive collection. Our languid, relaxed pace was mirrored by the lazy mobile connection a plus point on holiday but, if youre married to GPS, download the route to your bike computer first. The historic race first took place off the Isle of Wight in England in 1851 but a British team has never won it. off the team #TestBoat #AmericasCup, Alter Egos and marginal gains! He was due to skipper Britains Team Origin in the 201213 Americas Cup World Series (ACWS), but the team was disbanded in 2010. Ben is proud to work with a number of causes close to his heart. The challenge was first contested in 1851 with a race around the Isle of Wight and won by the schooner Americato claim the Hundred Guinea Cup for the American team. Ainslie says his team are committed to at least the next two Cup events, thanks to the continued backing of British billionaire Sir Jim Ratcliffe. 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. With the window narrowing quickly on foreign sailors and off-shore crew potentially jumping ship, Ainslie says the pressure is on to retain and recruit. #performancepeople, Emirates Great Britain SailGP Team narrowly miss podium place in New Zealand, Emirates announce title partnership with the Great Britain SailGP Team, Bittersweet end to the Dubai Sail Grand Prix, Follow Bens quest for the Americas Cup with INEOS TEAM UK. Just remember to close the side gate so the owners dog doesnt escape! I cant verify this, but the Isle does enjoy less rain. Thanks! Pre-order the Official Tour De France Race Guide 2023. The next morning, before our ferry back to the mainland, we enjoyed breakfast at Joliffes Eatery in Cowes. Launched in June 2014, the teams long-term aim is to bring the prestigious Americas Cup back to Britain, where the first challenge was held in 1851 off the Isle of Wight. Former 220 Triathlon magazine editor James is a cycling and sports writer and author of two books the Amazon bestseller, The Science of the Tour de France, and Training Secrets of the Worlds Greatest Footballers. This website and associated newspapers adhere to the Independent Press Standards Organisation's Whatever the reason, potholes are a pockmark reserved for the British mainland. All sorts of crazy inventions and fun to be had with James Dyson as your father as Jake reveals Pristine roads and easy navigation make a lap of the Isle of Wight a must-do for roadies Sir Ben Ainslie is a nod to its present. And a running island. Support the brilliant @rnli by getting your #MayDayMile done & save lives at sea RNLI.org for info. 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. Ainslie is hoping Red Bull Formula 1 design chief Adrian Newey will help the British project. Freshwater celebrates the cerebral with an annual literary festival. Sign in to manage your newsletter preferences. WebThis is Sir Ben Ainslie arriving at Ryde Isle of Wight on Monday 11th July 2016 to name Hovertravel's two new craft. Star exhibits include the 1939 lifeboat Jesse Lumb, which visitors can board, and Sir Ben Ainslies 2017 Americas Cup test boat BAR-T1. It is important that we continue to promote these adverts as our local businesses need as much support as possible during these challenging times. which will see a shift in his role to wider projects. "He's keen to help us but he has a lot of other commitments with Formula 1," Ainslie told BBC Radio 5 live. No stranger to Olympians, Shirlie Robertson, and Ben Ainslie are both connected with the Isle of Wight, as is Ellen Macarthur whose cancer trust is based in Cowes. So, perhaps next time youre walking down the High Street and you catch yourself doing a double-take, you might have seen that famous face after all As a subscriber, you are shown 80% less display advertising when reading our articles.
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