Naples is strengthening its connection with the 38th America’s Cup as preparations continue for the Preliminary Regatta scheduled for 24–27 September 2026 in the Gulf of Naples. As part of the build-up to the event, Circolo Nautico Posillipo has reached an agreement with Tudor Team Alinghi, providing the Swiss team with hospitality and logistical support during the competition. The partnership was established by Circolo Nautico Posillipo President Stefano Postiglione and Sports Vice President Marilisa Varrone with Alinghi Racing Italia, representing the team sailing under the burgee of the Société Nautique de Genève.
America’s Cup in Naples: Circolo Nautico Posillipo welcomes Tudor Team Alinghi
Naples is strengthening its connection with the 38th America’s Cup as preparations continue for the **Preliminary Regatta scheduled for 24–27 September 2026** in the Gulf of Naples.
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As part of the build-up to the event, **Circolo Nautico Posillipo** has reached an agreement with **Tudor Team Alinghi**, providing the Swiss team with hospitality and logistical support during the competition.
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The partnership was established by Circolo Nautico Posillipo President **Stefano Postiglione** and Sports Vice President **Marilisa Varrone** with Alinghi Racing Italia, representing the team sailing under the burgee of the **Société Nautique de Genève**.
# The Capri Room becomes an operational hub
During the regatta, Tudor Team Alinghi staff will use the club's **Capri Room** as an operational area.
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Technical equipment will be installed there to allow the team to follow and monitor the Swiss crew's racing activity in real time.
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The arrangement will also give club members an opportunity to experience the atmosphere of the America’s Cup more closely and gain an insight into the technical work taking place behind the scenes.
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The partnership will extend beyond the club's facilities on shore. Circolo Nautico Posillipo will also provide **a dedicated berth**, allowing Alinghi personnel to use their own support RIB to follow the different stages of the racing directly from the water.
# Naples' historic yacht clubs join the America’s Cup experience
The agreement further highlights the involvement of Naples' historic sailing clubs in the build-up to the 38th America’s Cup.
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Circolo Nautico Posillipo joins other renowned clubs in the city already linked with participating teams, including **Circolo del Remo e della Vela Italia** with Luna Rossa, **Reale Yacht Club Canottieri Savoia** with Emirates Team New Zealand, and **Circolo Canottieri Napoli** with the British team.
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This growing network brings the international competition even closer to Naples' strong maritime and sailing traditions.
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The **24–27 September Preliminary Regatta** will be another important step on the road to the **Louis Vuitton 38th America’s Cup**, which will bring the battle for sailing's oldest and most prestigious international trophy to Naples in 2027.
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With Tudor Team Alinghi hosted by Circolo Nautico Posillipo, one of the most famous names in modern America’s Cup history will have its own home within the heart of Naples' sailing community.
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Is this official event information?
No. AC Naples 2027 is an independent visitor guide. Official information should be checked on official America's Cup channels.
