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U.S. America's Cup team hits snag

SAN DIEGO (AP) The 60-meter mast on the monster trimaran that will represent the United States in the America's Cup came crashing down during a sail on the Pacific Ocean on Tuesday, snapping in two as it hit the rear beam. None of the crew were injured... ...full story at Japan Times

from Japan Times on Wed, Nov 04 2009

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