In 1983, a unique set of conditions sent Australia into a frenzy over a yacht race ⛵. ‘Australia II’, owned by the mining magnate Alan Bond, had a revolutionary winged keel designed by famed yachtsman and marine architect Ben Lexcen. With his design, the boat emerged as a serious challenger for the America’s Cup. After a ding-dong battle, ‘Australia II’ won the series by a matter of seconds – and the home crowd went wild. It’s little wonder that the America’s Cup saga was made into a miniseries
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On this day in 1983, Australia II became the first challenger to win the America's Cup in 132 years. Reporters: Paul Marshall in Los Angles and Ken Begg in Perth. more - Kerry O'Brien's report for 7 News https://youtu.be/JHNGgRl5aD4 www.7News.com.au #AmericasCup #7News | 7NEWS Sydney
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