Naples is preparing to become one of the world’s sailing capitals. In 2027, the Gulf of Naples will host the 38th America’s Cup, bringing the legendary international sailing trophy to Italy for the first time. The event is expected to combine elite competition, cutting-edge technology and spectacular racing against one of the Mediterranean’s most iconic backdrops.
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# America’s Cup Naples 2027: the world’s greatest sailing challenge comes to the Gulf
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Naples is preparing to become one of the world’s sailing capitals. In 2027, the Gulf of Naples will host the **38th America’s Cup**, bringing the legendary international sailing trophy to Italy for the first time.
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The event is expected to combine elite competition, cutting-edge technology and spectacular racing against one of the Mediterranean’s most iconic backdrops.
Naples on the road to the America’s Cup
The journey towards the 2027 event is already underway. During 2026, preliminary regattas give the teams an opportunity to compete, test their performance and continue developing their boats ahead of the main competition.
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Following the **Cagliari event in May 2026**, attention turns to **Naples in September 2026**, when the Gulf becomes an important testing ground for the teams preparing for the following year.
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The preliminary races provide valuable indications about speed, strategy and crew preparation, while also giving sailing fans an early taste of the action to come.
The teams preparing for the challenge
At the centre of the 38th America’s Cup will be **Emirates Team New Zealand**, which will defend the trophy after its victory in the previous edition.
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A group of international Challengers will attempt to earn the right to face the Defender, with **Luna Rossa** representing Italy in the waters of Naples.
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Teams representing the United Kingdom, Switzerland, France, Australia and the United States are also part of the international line-up, turning Naples into a major meeting point for some of the world’s leading sailing teams.
The road through the Challenger Selection Series
A crucial stage of the competition will be the **Challenger Selection Series**.
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The Challenger teams will race against one another to determine which crew earns the right to compete against the Defender for the America’s Cup itself.
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Only the successful Challenger will advance to the final battle against Emirates Team New Zealand for one of sailing’s most prestigious trophies.
The Gulf of Naples on the world stage
Hosting the America’s Cup represents much more than a major sporting event for Naples. It will provide the city with an extraordinary international showcase, with the Gulf, Mount Vesuvius and the Neapolitan coastline forming the backdrop to the racing.
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Sailing tradition, technological innovation and international competition will come together in Naples for one of the major sporting events of 2027.
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Before then, however, sailing fans will already be looking towards the Gulf for the **September 2026 preliminary regatta**, an important milestone on the road to the 38th America’s Cup.
FAQ
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.
