For the first time in its illustrious 165 year history, the America’s Cup competition with be held in fresh water.
In just 11 days, the premier sailboat racing event comes to Chicago and Lake Michigan. It will be based at Navy Pier, a venue that itself turns 100 this year.
Of course, it’s still not nearly as old as the America’s Cup, affectionately known as the “Auld Mug,” the oldest trophy in all of sports.
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