America's Cup: Australian team files Notice of Challenge



12:43 AM Thu 23 Dec 2010 GMT
'Ludde Ingvall’s 90 footer 'YuuZoo' heading for Hobart. - 65th Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race 2009' Howard Wright /IMAGE Professional Photography
A syndicate of Australians including yachtsman Ludde Ingvall, skipper of the YuuZoo Big Boat Racing Team, has submitted a Notice of Challenge to the defending Golden Gate Yacht Club of San Francisco. The Syndicate aims to bring together nationwide resources and skills in a true people's challenge. Lodging the application reserves a place for Australia to return to competition for the world's oldest international sporting trophy. Ludde Ingvall: 'Excellence in youth sailing is my objective. We want to bring home the many talented Australians sailing for other countries and give them a chance to compete for their country. We want ...


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