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Cork's Americas Cup dreams a damp squib

The Government is set to turn down the opportunity to host the America’s Cup yacht race in Cork...

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07.59 16 Sep 2021


Cork's Americas Cup dreams a damp squib


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07.59 16 Sep 2021


The Government is set to turn down the opportunity to host the America’s Cup yacht race in Cork Harbour.  In a fresh blow to embattled Foreign Affairs Minister Simon Coveney, Government officials have advised against his plan to host the sailing tournament in his native county.   Joining Shane to discuss this further was Niall Hawes, Commodore of Cove Sailing Club. 

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