The Italian city of Naples is set to host the Louis Vuitton 38^th America’s Cup international sailing competition in the spring and summer of 2027.

It’s the first time the Louis Vuitton Cup and Louis Vuitton America’s Cup match will be sailed in Italy, a country with one of the most colourful and enthusiastic America’s Cup histories.

Naples is the capital of the Campania region in Italy, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the most ancient cities in Europe, as it becomes host city for the world’s oldest international sports trophy.

The fight for the Louis Vuitton 38^th America’s Cup will take place under the watchful shadow of Mount Vesuvius and just off the waterfront of the vibrant city.

With a proud heritage and rich history, Italy and Naples offer the America’s Cup an unparalleled experience that is certain to add to the myth, obsession, rivalry and innovation of the competition.

Andrea Abodi, Minister for Sport and Youth for Italy, has played a key role in the bid process and is delighted for the announcement of the President of the Council of Ministers Giorgia Meloni of Italy as the host country.

“The choice of Italy, and Naples in particular, as venue of the 38^th edition of the America’s Cup represents a tremendous opportunity for the entire country to enhance the value of its territory, to boost tourism, and to promote sports.

“Our commitment will be also to promote initiatives, projects and measures for sea education and economy.”

America’s Cup Defender Team New Zealand chief executive Grant Dalton is delighted to announce Naples as host venue after a very efficient venue selection process.

“There is a raw spirit and absolute pride in Italy that seems so appropriate to have the next America’s Cup here.

“By bringing the Louis Vuitton 38^th America’s Cup to this country, it feels like we’re bringing it to the people, in our ambition to continually grow the audience of the America’s Cup and sport of sailing.

“Italians are the most passionate and engaged America’s Cup audience and obviously it is the home of Luna Rossa who are such an amazing team and strong competitor.

“So, from the Defender’s position it certainly feels like we’re entering the lion’s den competitively, but from an event perspective it feels like the perfect venue to host the Louis Vuitton 38^th America’s Cup.”