The Louis Vuitton 38th America’s Cup Lands In Naples

Naples has officially been unveiled as the host city for the Louis Vuitton 38th America’s Cup, marking the first time the storied regatta will take place in Italian waters.

The announcement was made at the historic Castel dell’Ovo, dramatically set on the Bay of Naples with Mount Vesuvius in the distance; a fitting stage for a new chapter in the Cup’s 174-year history.

Italian officials, led by Naples’ Mayor Gaetano Manfredi and Sport Minister Andrea Abodi, welcomed Emirates Team New Zealand and the prestigious trophies with fanfare and optimism.

The vaulted halls of the castle were transformed for the occasion, as projections lit the ancient walls and guests celebrated this momentous milestone.

Emirates Team New Zealand CEO Grant Dalton praised Naples’ past role in hosting the America’s Cup World Series, citing the city’s unmatched public enthusiasm and unified bid effort.

He captured the spirit of the event with a Māori phrase: He Tangata, He Tangata, He Tangata – The People, The People, The People.

As the evening concluded with a rooftop reception overlooking the future racecourse, the message was clear: Naples is ready to deliver an unforgettable America’s Cup — with Italian flair and international ambition.

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