Italy, Britain Set for Women's America's Cup Final

The inaugural Women's America's Cup final will feature teams from Britain and Italy after both advanced through a competitive semi-final held in Barcelona. The British crew, Athena Pathway, led by Hannah Mills, and Italy's Luna Rossa Prada Pirelli Women’s Team finished the semi-finals tied on 27 points. The races showcased high-speed AC40 foiling monohulls, reaching speeds of around 30 knots, under varying Mediterranean winds. Mills expressed excitement about participating in the historic final, while Italian co-helm Giulia Conti shared her joy at reaching this milestone event. The final is set for Saturday, October 12, and will coincide with the opening of the traditional America’s Cup match. This event is seen as a significant step towards increasing women's visibility and opportunities in professional sailing.