Originally Posted by P.M.
ANNOUNCEMENT ON THE 36th AMERICA'S CUP
"the Protocol will contain a "constructed in country" requirement for competing yachts and a nationality requirement for competing crew members."


And thus guaranteeing for practical purposes, that the cup stays in NZL. Also going to really put a damper on the salaries for the sailors.

As for the "constructed in country" part... so much for keeping costs in check.