History
The J Class has its roots in the oldest international yacht race in the world, The America’s Cup. This International Event was born from a race around the Isle of Wight, hosted by the Royal Yacht Squadron and called the R.Y.S. £100 Cup (a.k.a. One Hundred Sovereigns Cup).
Image Credit:
Peter Mumford, Beken of Cowes. Ranger, Velsheda & Lionheart, 1995.
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