“It's a big moment for British sailing” | Sir Ben Ainslie hopes to win Britain's first America's Cup

“It's a big moment for British sailing” | Sir Ben Ainslie hopes to win Britain's first America's Cup

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As Britain’s Ben Ainslie prepares to take on the might of Team New Zealand in the America’s Cup, he joins us live from Barcelona to discuss the monumental task ahead. The 60-year drought without a British boat in the final is finally over, and Ainslie’s INEOS Britannia team is determined to make history.

The Underdog Story

As Ainslie pointed out, taking on Team New Zealand is like facing the All Blacks in a rugby match, with the size of the ball and pitch decided by the opposition. However, Ainslie’s team has come a long way to reach this point, having defeated Luna Rossa Prada Pelli in the Louis Vuitton Cup. "We know that we’ve got every chance, but you inevitably go through in the America’s Cup as the underdog," Ainslie said. "We’ve got everything to gain and nothing to lose, so we’re up for it."

A Potential Eclipse

If Ainslie’s team were to win the America’s Cup, it would undoubtedly eclipse his four successive Olympic gold medals. "America’s Cup is so difficult to win," Ainslie explained. "It’s like Formula 1 on water, and the fact that Britain has never won it is the motivation for myself and the rest of the team."

The INEOS Factor

Ainslie has worked closely with Jim Ratcliffe and the INEOS team, who have been instrumental in the team’s success. "Jim and the team at INEOS sports have been fantastic backers of the team," Ainslie said. "They’ve given us the resources and support to take on the best teams in the world."

A Message of Hope for Manchester United

When asked about Jim Ratcliffe’s role at Manchester United, Ainslie expressed confidence that the team will turn things around. "It’s a matter of time, and it’s not going to happen overnight," he said. "But knowing Jim and the people he’s brought in, I think they’ll get there eventually."

The Road to Glory

As Ainslie’s team prepares to take on the best of the best, they know that the road to glory will be tough. But with their determination and grit, they’re ready to make history and bring the America’s Cup back to Britain.