Map of Cowes from above, America's Cup: There Is No Second marked with a wine glass

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America's Cup: There Is No Second

Classic Boat Museum in Cowes, Isle of Wight: 75+ classic yachts including 2021 Cup boat. Birthplace of Americas Cup (1851).

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CulturalAmerica's Cup: There Is No SecondAugust 22, 1851. The schooner America sailed past 15 British yachts to win a race around the Isle of Wight. Queen Victoria asked, "What is second?" The reply: "Your Majesty, there is no second." The oldest trophy in international sport was born - 45 years before the modern Olympics.