NYYC American Magic’s America’s Cup campaign came to a close, showcasing their relentless determination and resilience. After years of tireless preparation and countless hours on the water, the team faced every challenge with heart and soul. The team's will to win was evident from the initial race to the final moments as they battled fiercely, never backing down from the fight. Terry Hutchinson, President of Sailing Operations for American Magic, reflected on the team’s performance after the race, expressing both pride and disappointment: “We were always one of those teams that was going to get better with more and more racing. We faced some setbacks, like Goody going down, but I’m so hugely impressed with Lucas and how well he stepped into it. I’m also so proud of our team for how everybody evolved. It was so cool just to watch Tommy and Lucas’s relationship evolve in a very short period of time to a point where they were going toe-to-toe with the past winners of the Prada Cup and the last challenger in the America’s Cup. We were there, knocking on the door, basically every single race. So the disappointment is that you can see all the promise and where we were heading.”

NYYC American Magic pulled off a stunning double victory against their Italian rivals, Luna Rossa Prada Pirelli, to bring the scoreline in the first-to-five-point Louis Vuitton Cup Semi-Final to 4-3. Both of the day’s matchups were sailed under cloudy skies but on flat seas, with the wind for the first race at the very lower end of the America’s Cup-prescribed wind limit of six and a half knots. With the scene set for more of the same nip-and-tuck racing over the final three legs, disaster struck the Italians with a major failure in their mainsail system, crashing them off their foils and out of the race. This left the US crew to race unopposed around the rest of the course to take the team’s second victory of the day. With the series hanging by a thread, American Magic’s back-to-back wins have set up what could be an explosive final showdown. The pressure is mounting on both teams and with no room for error, the next race promises to push them to their absolute limits.

NYYC American Magic delivered a crucial win on the third day of the Louis Vuitton Cup Semi-Finals, stunning the Italian Luna Rossa Prada Pirelli and reducing the series deficit to 4-1. Faced with a do-or-die scenario, American Magic needed to win every remaining race to keep their campaign alive, as a loss would have ended their quest for the 37th America's Cup. With their backs firmly against the wall, this victory was a vital step in keeping their hopes alive.

It’s now do or die, and we all share the same mindset: to win the America’s Cup. Competing for the America’s Cup is a rare opportunity, a dream few ever get to chase. But for the American Magic Team, that dream has become our mission. The will to win runs deep within every member of this team—through the blood, sweat, and tears we've poured into this journey. We rely on each other every single day, driven by one goal, one vision. We’re going for the win, and the time is now. Whether we face victory or defeat, our friends and families stand behind us. Together, as a family, we’re pushing forward.

Hear from Terry Hutchinson, NYYC American Magic Skipper and President of Sailing Operations on day 2 of the Louis Vuitton Semi-Finals. Incredibly close racing. It's hard, but we are not out of it! We are going to go out there tomorrow and take it one race at a time.

Day 1 of the Louis Vuitton Cup Semi Finals 🇺🇸 American Magic Skipper and President of sailing operations, Terry Hutchinson goes over today's racing! The opening day of the Semi-Final stage of the Louis Vuitton Cup saw NYYC American Magic sail two intense and closely contested races against Italy's Luna Rossa Prada Pirelli. The races were held in southerly winds ranging from seven to 12 knots, with a relatively flat sea state and 0.6-meter waves from the east. Cover photo: Ricardo Pinto / America's Cup

Last day of the round robin stage of the Louis Vuitton Cup. NYYC American Magic Skipper and President of Sailing Operations Terry Hutchinson discusses the day and what lies ahead. We will take the week to evaluate and continue to improve over the next week as we head into the LV Semi-finals!

American Magic secures a spot in the semifinals after a hard-fought win vs Orient Express Racing Team in Day 7 of the Louis Vuitton Cup Challenger Series 💪⛵️ Despite tough conditions and a challenging race earlier with Luna Rossa, the team showed their resilience and skill to clinch the win they needed Read the full race report: https://americanmagic.americascup.com/en/news/185_American-Magic-Secures-Victory-Against-Orient-Express-Racing-Team-Clinches-Spot-in-Semifinals-of-the-Louis-Vuitton-Cup.html

Race Day 6 of the Louis Vuitton Cup saw one win and one loss for NYYC American Magic. Helmsman Tom Slingsby shares his thoughts on the day's performance and what’s ahead

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The fourth day of the Louis Vuitton Round Robin Challenger Series delivered an unforgettable match between NYYC American Magic and Team New Zealand. From start to finish, it was a high-stakes battle, with both teams showcasing exceptional tactical skill and boat handling. American Magic, while narrowly edged out, will take invaluable lessons from this race into the remaining Round Robin battles. With determination and focus, the team is set to build on their performance and challenge for the top spot in the Louis Vuitton Cup.

NYYC American Magic's second match of the Louis Vuitton Cup saw the US team take on the Swiss squad, Alinghi Red Bull Racing, in the first race on the schedule for the second day of the first round-robin stage of the Challenger Selection Series. Analyzing the day's racing, Paul Goodison said, "It's great to get the first win on the board for American Magic here in the Louis Vuitton series. It's quite a stressful day, to be honest, with very marginal sailing on the wind limits; we'd execute a great start and position ourselves well. We made it tough for Alinghi to drop off the foils in the pre-start, and then we were able to sail away.

Day 1 of the Louis Vuitton Cup: Coach Tom Burnham reflects on a challenging day in the water. The team's resilience was on full display—ready for what tomorrow brings

Terry Hutchinson, American Magic Skipper and President of Sailing Operations, shares an update ahead of the Louis Vuitton Challenger Series: All of the boats are fast and you can expect close racing. The team that best connects the dots between puffs and maneuvers will likely succeed on the racecourse.

Day three of the Louis Vuitton Preliminary Regatta was a cruel disappointment for NYYC American Magic. An issue aboard ‘Patriot’ during the prestart forced the team to withdraw from their match against France’s Orient Express Racing Team.

Victory and Lessons: American Magic’s Competitive Day Two in Barcelona. August 23, 2024. Race Day 2 of the Louis Vuitton Preliminary Regatta. The second day of the Louis Vuitton Preliminary Regatta included two races for NYYC American Magic on the event's second day. The first match pitted Patriot against Swiss challenger Alinghi Red Bull Racing, followed by a race with the Italian AC36 finalist, Luna Rossa Prada Pirelli. @americascup

It's race day in Barcelona, after years of preparation. The Louis Vuitton Preliminary regatta kicks off today and runs August 22-25. This is the first event of the 37th America's Cup this summer!

Less than 22 days until racing begins, Terry Hutchinson, NYYC American Magic Skipper and President of Sailing Operations discusses the upcoming month as the team begins practice racing ahead of the start of the 37th America’s Cup here in Barcelona!

Happy 4th of July from American Magic! Terry Hutchinson, NYYC American Magic Skipper and President of Sailing Operations discusses the upcoming month as the team is working at a feverish pace and we are less than 50 days away from the start of the 37th America's Cup in Barcelona.