Japanese challengers for America's Cup unveiled

Japanese challengers for America's Cup unveiled

NAGOYA, Japan - Japanese challengers for the America's Cup race in New Zealand this fall, Ashura (L) and Idaten (R), on a demonstration run in Atsumi Bay on July 20 after being launched in ceremonies at Gamagori, Aichi Prefecture

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