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SailGP

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description SailGP Overview

SailGP is an international sailing competition founded by Larry Ellison and Russell Coutts, with its inaugural season held in 2019. Nationally branded teams race standardized F50 foiling catamarans at waterfront venues, using hydrofoils to lift the hulls above the water and achieve high speeds. Events consist of short fleet races followed by a final, while season results contribute to an overall championship contested by professional crews drawn from high-performance sailing.

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Who founded SailGP, and when did the competition start?

SailGP was founded by Larry Ellison and Russell Coutts in 2018. Its inaugural season began in 2019, with the first event held in Sydney.

What are the F50 boats used in SailGP?

The F50 is a standardized foiling catamaran with hydrofoils that lift much of the hull above the water. SailGP boats have exceeded 50 knots in competition, which explains the series' emphasis on speed and technology.

Does SailGP use national teams or private sailing clubs?

SailGP teams race under national branding rather than traditional club names. The 2019 opening season included Australia, China, France, Great Britain, Japan, and the United States.

How is SailGP different from the America's Cup?

SailGP uses short waterfront fleet races with several national teams competing at the same time on standardized F50 boats. The America's Cup is primarily a match-racing contest between teams using boats developed for that specific campaign.

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