Its history stretches back to 1957, when it was first conceived by the Royal Ocean Racing Club (RORC) in Cowes, Isle of Wight, UK, as a biennial celebration of international sailing prowess. Born in an era when yachting was dominated by wealthy enthusiasts and national pride, the Admiral’s Cup quickly became a showcase of skill, strategy, and seamanship, drawing teams from across the globe to compete in a series of challenging races.