Naples, 27 Sept. (LaPresse) – “The conclusion of the America’s Cup pre-regatta marked an important milestone for Naples on the road to the 2027 competition. The city welcomed this first major international event linked to the world’s most prestigious sailing competition with extraordinary enthusiasm, demonstrating its well-established organisational capabilities and a successful collaboration between institutions and the local community. Residents and tourists flocked to the Village, the viewing platforms and the terraces, proving that the America’s Cup could be – and indeed has been – an event for the people. Together, we have achieved an extraordinary result that strengthens Naples’ international profile and confirms its reliability in organising major events.” So said the Mayor of Naples, Gaetano Manfredi, at the conclusion of the pre-regatta events. (Continued).
America’s Cup, Manfredi: ‘A huge popular success – Naples has won’
Naples, 27 Sept. (LaPresse) – “The conclusion of the America’s Cup pre-regatta marked an important milestone for Naples on the road to the 2027 competition. The city welcomed this first major international event linked to the world’s most prestigious sailing competition with extraordinary enthusiasm, demonstrating its well-established organisational capabilities and a successful collaboration between institutions and the local community. Residents and tourists flocked to the Village, the viewing platforms and the terraces, proving that the America’s Cup could be – and indeed has been – an event for the people. Together, we have achieved an extraordinary result that strengthens Naples’ international profile and confirms its reliability in organising major events.” So said the Mayor of Naples, Gaetano Manfredi, at the conclusion of the pre-regatta events. (Continued).