The Louis Vuitton America’s Cup World Series Portsmouth is all about high adrenaline, fast paced action on the water, as the best sailors in the world compete on ‘flying’ catamarans that reach speeds of over 40mph. But off the water there will be even more action, with acrobatic air displays by the Red Bull Matadors set to delight the crowds in Portsmouth on Sunday 24th July 2016.
The Red Bull Matadors show features two state-of-the-art stunt planes flying through the skies, often just a few feet apart. The highly skilled pilots will be flying at speeds of up to 250mph in a series of loops, dives and spectacular smoke displays. They have flown and competed all over the world, and their show was a highlight of last year’s event in Portsmouth.
Two more aerial display teams are set to be announced for the Louis Vuitton America’s Cup World Series Portsmouth, which takes place from 21st-24th July 2016, along with plenty of other onshore attractions. Extreme sports fans should check out Southsea Skatepark, the oldest skatepark in Britain, which will be located inside the Race Village and where there will be an America’s Cup takeover this year, with live demos and plenty of opportunities to have a go.
Spectators can watch the racing and aerial displays from a ticketed family friendly Race Village, which features live commentary, a main stage, ‘Team Zone’, special technology zone and other exhibitors. Seats are also booking fast in the Premier Grandstand, which was a sell-out for 2015, and dedicated fans can treat themselves to a ticket for the Sailors Lounge, with special guest speakers giving a real insight into all the action. This year the Southsea Common area outside of the Race Village will be unticketed & unrestricted, so families can bring a picnic and watch the Red Bull Matadors and the sailing action.
Event organiser Leslie Greenhalgh of Team Origin commented:
“We’re delighted to announce the first of our aerial display teams, and look forward to bringing more great acrobatic shows, as well as other new features, to Portsmouth this summer. The Louis Vuitton America’s Cup World Series is one of the world’s most prestigious sailing competitions, but it’s also a really family friendly weekend with something for everyone. We’re looking forward to welcoming huge crowds to Southsea again this summer to watch all the sailing action and enjoy our new Race Village.”
Find out more about the full event schedule, how to buy tickets, follow the event or become an exhibitor at www.lvacwsportsmouth.com.
