It’s the longest-running battle in sport. This week, the America’s Cup World Series comes to Portsmouth and the epic sea clash between Ben Ainslie and his former teammate turned bitter rival resumes. The celebrated sports writer David Walsh talks to the combatants in Britain and Bermuda, and explains the history of this famous race.
Author: Phillip Brooks
Sailing at high speed
Sir Ben Ainslie is ready to call on his Olympic spirit as he bids to end Britain’s 166-year America’s Cup drought.
On the mend
Attacked surfer set up a unique society to help victims overcome fear and their injuries. Even as he lay in a hospital bed after a shark tore off most of his arm, Dave Pearson vowed to go back in the ocean.
Things to splash out on
Watch yourself using a tiny projector, step onto a small Ford, play your favourite vinyl tracks on a minimalist turntable, and bring back school memories with a stylus
