For the kayakers, after several months of no fun, finally, we have the Prada Cup on the way. The end to the preparation and the imminent racing for America’s Cup is here. The event is set to kick off with the beginning of the Prada Cup. With everything in place, the competition is organized by the main Challenger of Record. What this means is that the Prada Cup Challenger Selection Series is on, and the kayakers can get back to enjoying their fun.
The main competition is set for Auckland and will run through the major part of January and February 2021. This is what determines which among the three main challengers will go up against the defenders.
So, what should you know about the Prada Cup Challenger Selection Series? Please take a look at what I have prepared for you next.
Prada Cup 2021 Date, Location
After working hard for three years, three teams will finally hit the water to compete for the Prada Cup. They will showcase their speed, paddling tactics, and, more importantly, aggression for the ultimate success. The Prada Cup Challenger Selection Series is in the 36th America’s Cup Match starting on January 15. The Prada Cup will take place in Auckland (NZ) and will run until the February of 2021.
The round-robin series is the final event that determines which team will eventually compete against the defending champions, Emirates New Zealand, in the 36th America’s Cup Match from 6-21 March 2021.
About Prada Cup Trophy
Organized by the Challenger of Record, the PRADA Cup Challenger Selection Series is the main competition that determines the team that challenges the defending champions of America’s Cup. The event has been held on several occasions and will take place this year before the 36th America’s Cup.
The history of this cup dates back to the 60s when the French Baron Marcel Bich grew passionate about the competition and wanted them to include more than a single challenger in for the main competition. This led to the first-ever Challenger Elimination Series in 1970. Since then, the challenger series has gained so much momentum.
The competition involves a series of events before the final winner is determined. Once the winner of the Prada Cup is determined, a trophy is awarded, which allows them to take on the defending champions, which in this case is Emirates Team New Zealand, for the main tournament in America’s Cup.
About Auckland America’s Cup Venue
The 36th America’s Cup is scheduled for Waitemata Harbour in Auckland, New Zealand. It will take place from the 6th of March to the 15th of March 2021 and will pit the Defender Emirates Team New Zealand against the team that wins the PRADA Cup.
The three teams that will compete against each other in the Prada Cup challenger selection series include the following:
- Luna Rossa
- Ineos Team UK
- American Magic
Auckland has some of the best harbors where the main competition will take place, including the Waitemata Harbour. It has numerous attractions such as a high scenic beauty and vivid cultural centers.
How to Watch Prada Cup 2021?
Anyone who wants to watch the Prada Cup live can catch the main competition going down through the following channels.
Social Media Platform
Every racing competition will be broadcasted on several social medial platforms. Some of the best social media platforms where you will catch the Prada Cup Challenger Series live include the following:
- YouTube
To get the best out of these social media platforms, you will have to log on and find the main event’s page. The pages will have live updates, highlights, and live streams for every competition.
Watching from Anywhere
Even so, you can still catch the event from anywhere around the world. You can use The Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) to watch the Prada cup if you are in restricted viewing areas. The VPNs will spoof your location and make it appear as if you are watching from a permitted location.
Nonetheless, there are several other options that you can use to watch the Prada Cup comfortably, such as.
- In New Zealand – TVNZ
- Italy – RAI and Sky Italia
- UK – BBC and Sky UK
- The USA – NBC sports platform
- Australia – Fox Sports Australia
- France and Switzerland – Canal+
What is Luna Rossa?
Luna Rossa is one of the best Italian sailboats racing syndicates. It was first created in the 2000s to compete for the 2000 America’s Cup. They are among the three teams that will compete for the 2021 Prada Cup.
Conclusion
It’s time for the competitors to hit the water; the Prada cup is here to set the stage for the main event, the 36th America’s cup. Make sure you set your schedule ready and get down to your favorite channel from the 15th of January for the Prada Cup series.