Jemima Lines joins British America's Cup team for historic debut
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 5, 2026, 1:15 PM
Last updated Aug 5, 2026
Jemima Lines has been selected for the British America's Cup team, marking the first time in 90 years that a British woman has been included. The event will take place in Naples, Italy, in 2027, with racing expected to start in May. Lines, a former kitefoiler and mechanical engineer, highlighted the significance of her selection, describing it as a pivotal moment for women's representation in the sport. She aims to contribute to the design team for the AC75, working alongside fellow crew members Bleddyn Mon, Dylan Fletcher, Ben Cornish, and Andrea Tesei. Lines expressed excitement and anticipation for the upcoming competition, noting a strong atmosphere within the team.
- •Jemima Lines is first British woman in America's Cup team since 1937.
- •The event is scheduled for 2027 in Naples, Italy.
- •Lines brings experience as a former kitefoiler and engineer.
- •She will assist in the design of the team's AC75 boat.
- •The team aims to create a competitive edge in the upcoming races.
- 1:15 PMYahoo Sports — 'Pivotal moment' as Lines joins British America's Cup team
- 1:09 PMBBC Sport — Lines to be first British woman in America's Cup team for 90 years
"Jemima Lines has hailed a "pivotal moment" in her sport after she became the first woman to be selected for the British America's Cup team in 90 years.
"Jemima Lines has hailed a "pivotal moment" in her sport after she became the first woman to be selected for the British America's Cup team in 90 years.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 5, 2026, 1:15 PM'Pivotal moment' as Lines joins British America's Cup team
Jemima Lines has hailed a "pivotal moment" in her sport after she became the first woman to be selected for the British America's Cup team in 90 years.
- BBC SportAug 5, 2026, 1:09 PMLines to be first British woman in America's Cup team for 90 years
Jemima Lines has hailed a "pivotal moment" in her sport after she became the first woman to be selected for the British America's Cup team in 90 years.
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