Louis Vuitton 38th America's Cup Naples, Italy

How Luna Rossa Dominates the Start Line | Technical Data Breakdown

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Niall Myant-Best and Cole Tapper break down the race data from Naples PR2, comparing the teams’ starts, manoeuvres and gate roundings at the second Preliminary Regatta of the Louis Vuitton 38th America’s Cup.

Using overlaid boat tracks and performance data, they examine Luna Rossa’s starting technique, the high-speed approaches to the line, and the French team’s manoeuvres in stronger winds. Cole explains the sailing decisions behind the numbers, from slowing an AC40 without dropping off the foils to maintaining control around the gates.

Where are the teams gaining ground, and what can tr...