Sir Ben Ainslie’s Land Rover BAR challenge did its best to milk the untapped British market, but came up short. The Kiwis were preaching to the converted, while moneybags Oracle Team USA had their campaign end in humiliation and a dwindling American audience.
The Cup can be impenetrable at times. Adorned with corporate sponsorship, to the sceptic it is little more than a billionaire’s plaything …”
Emirates Team New Zealand won the America’s Cup by a score of 7 to 1 and will defend the Auld Mug in the 36th America’s Cup. It was Oracle’s second defense of the Cup, four years after its first successful defense.
The America’s Cup was means to be a boost for Bermuda’s economy but workers at the event’s official hotel have been told there’s not enough work for them because it’s not full.
The country may be a playground for the rich and famous – but everyday Bermudiansfear the benefit from hosting the Cup will not be the plan that was sold to them.
Living along the turquoise shores of Bermuda comes at a cost – just renting an average two-bedroom home is $3500 a month. For those that struggle to afford that, the America’s Cup was touted as the economic boost they’d benefit from. But those in state-subsidised housing near the Cup village would have to move elsewhere to make way for hotels – hotels that were never built … read full article & watch video @newshubnz
The removal of sea turtles from Bermuda’s waters ahead of the upcoming America’s Cup raises serious “ethical dilemmas”, admit the country’s leading environmental groups.
In preparation for a period of intense “marine traffic”, caused by the arrival of a fleet of 50-foot catamarans for the upcoming America’s Cup, various local authorities are temporarily relocating the growing number of sea turtles that inhabit Bermuda’s near-shore waters.
Turtles released back into the wild – RG Almost 50 turtles caught in the Great Sound during the America’s Cup have been released after being temporarily held in Harrington Sound
BEST (Bermuda Environmental & Sustainability Taskforce)
With this year’s theme fittingly being ‘Our Sporting Heritage’ and with the 35th America’s Cup starting on Friday 26th May, the America’s Cup Event Authority joined the Bermuda Day Parade. Six America’s Cup team branded Blokarts, compact land yachts, were driven along as part of the parade, accompanied by representatives of the highly successful America’s Cup Endeavour Program and Team BDA, Bermuda’s very own entry in the 2017 Red Bull Youth America’s Cup.
Due to strong winds in Bermuda, day one of the Louis Vuitton America’s Cup Qualifiers and the Official Opening Ceremony of the 35th America’s Cup have been postponed until Saturday May 27th. – The America’s Cup Event Authority [ACEA] & America’s Cup Race Management [ACRM]
Bermuda Day Parade Route: Parade will begin on Front Street in front of the Point House/Albuoy’s Point area and continue along Front Street. The parade then turns left onto Court Street, takes a left onto Church Street, a right along Cedar Avenue, and ends at Marsh Folly Road/Dutton Avenue junction.
Time: 1:30pm – 6:00pm Location: City of Hamilton, Bermuda
The Bermuda Day Parade begins at 1:30 PM. The parade will begin along Marsh Folly Road and continue right through to the top of Cedar Avenue. The parade then turns left onto Church Street, takes a right down Court Street, a right along Front Street, and finally up Queen Street. Floats will make a right turn on Church Street, park in front of City Hall and remain there on display throughout the afternoon. Dance groups will have a final performance in City Hall Cark Park. (Dance trucks will turn left onto Wesley Street, then move back through the City via Park Road). Click here to view route map (PDF).
History: The first Bermuda Day Parade was held in 1979 and it has remained an annual celebration ever since … read more
The 2017 Heritage Month Theme is a celebration of Bermudian sporting heroes and Bermuda’s favourite sports and games. More than simply a past-time for children, sport has always been an opportunity for demonstrating determination, teaching teamwork, and exemplifying excellence. Whether you reflect on Bermuda’s nautical beginnings and current historic hosting of the America’s Cup, if you are a fan of football, or if you hit sixes at cricket, there is no denying the passion that sport inspires. Even amateur marble players, rope jumpers, and traditional game participants are part of the storied legacy of Bermuda’s sports. From the fierce loyalty to Cup Match teams, to the rallying unity to support a Bermudian Olympian, Bermuda has continued to build a sporting heritage to be proud of.
Bermuda Gombeys, dance troupes, majorettes, Djs and musicians in front of and aboard a colourful parade of decorated floats slowly and joyously wind through the streets of Hamilton The competition between floats is fierce, as they compete for prizes in a variety of categories. Parade Entry Categories 2017
Bermuda Heritage Day Parade Classic 2007 – LookBermudaTV
The race starts at the junction of Cambridge Road and Somerset Road, Sandy’s. Proceed along Somerset Road, Middle Road to Burnt House Hill, Warwick. Proceed up Burnt House Hill, Harbour Road, The Lane, Crow Lane, East Broadway, and Front Street to Queen Street. Proceed up Queen Street turning right onto Church Street to King Street. Turn left at King Street and proceed to Victoria Street. Turn left at Victoria Street and proceed to Cedar Avenue. Turn right at Cedar Avenue and proceed to Marsh Folly Road. Turn right at Marsh Folly Road and proceed to Dutton Avenue. Turn right at Dutton Avenue and follow the directions to the Finish Line.
RELAY Changeover Points:
Leg 1 – Somerset to Southampton Post Office (Approx. 4.50 miles)
Leg 2 – Southampton Post Office to Tamarind Vale (Approx. 2.75 miles)
Leg 3 – Tamarind Vale to Lovers Lane (Approx. 2.50 miles)
Leg 4 – Lovers Lane to Bernard’s Park (Approx. 3.25 miles) Finish, Bernard’s Park, Pembroke
Finish, Bernard Park, Pembroke
Parking Options for Participants
Leg 2 – Port Royal Primary School
Leg 3 – T.N. Tatem Middle School
Leg 4 – Drop-off Only
NOTE: Please DO NOT park on private property or block private driveways! DO NOT park on roadways with a yellow line; your vehicle will be ticketed by the Police.
Refreshment / Water Stations:
There are 9 official refreshment stations on the course. They will provide fresh water and a sports drink for all participants.
Refreshments will be provided at Warren Simmons Field in Somerset before the start of the race.
Approx 2.75 miles Bus Stop at Southampton Glebe School
Approx 4.50 miles Barnes Corner
Approx 5.50 miles Bus Stop at Jews Bay Wharf
Approx 6.50 miles Raynor’s Rubis Service Station
Approx 7.50 miles Just pass Longford Hill
Approx 8.50 miles at Newstead
Approx 10.50 miles at Aberfeldy Nurseries
Approx 11.50 miles at The Bermuda Library, Queen Street
Approx 12.50 miles at Appleby, Victoria Street
Refreshments will be provided at the finish line.
NOTE: The use of unofficial water stations is at your own risk.
The husband-wife-duo of Chris and Ashley Estwanik won The Appleby Bermuda Day Half Marathon 2015 – The Half Marathon started in St.George’s for the first time in 37 years.
#Bermuda Hall of History Mural by G.Foster – The #BermudaDay Half-Marathon Derby – image thnx2 http://www.bmm.bm
Ay buh! Erry year Bermudians living across de pond get together to celebrate our national holiday by a group of Onions living abroad. Even if it may not be the actual day, she’s always a good vibe, good peps and good music. Watch our Snapchat Takeover wif Bermudian UK modwel Sophie Adams
The Sinclair Packwood Memorial Race (SPMR) is held every year on Bermuda Day. The invitation-only race is only 13.1 miles and follows the same route as the Appleby Bermuda Day Half Marathon.
SPMRCATEGORIES – Open Male, Open Female, Junior Male & Junior Female.
History: The race was originally called the Heritage Day Cycling Classic, before being renamed as the Sinclair Packwood Memorial Race in 1998
Sinclair Packwood Memorial Race 2017
Location: St. George’s to Cedar Avenue Start: 8:50 AM Finish: 9:35 AM
2016 Sinclair Packwood Memorial Race Winners
Open Male: David McComas
Open Female: Gabriella Arnold
Junior Male: Matthew Oliveira
Junior Female: Tristan Narraway
Bermuda Day is to be tied to a fixed date. The holiday will now be held on the last Friday in May rather than May 24.
Zane DeSilva, the Minister of Social Development and Sport, said the change would mean the holiday would be celebrated over a long weekend rather than sometimes falling on a weekday. Mr DeSilva told The Royal Gazette: “This will enable people to plan a little better. There has always been a complaint that the absentee rate for schoolchildren and employees is higher when the holiday is celebrated during the week. We also feel that with this change there can be more planning with regard to the parade.” source: bermuda-online.org/pubhols.htm
EDMONTON, England, April 30, 2017 – Reggae Singer, Clinark releases a new video and cover song of Bob Marley’s Guiltiness.
I have always performed Bob Marley’s songs live but never made a studio recording. I have ‘Heathen’ on my ‘Live in Holland’ debut album but I wanted to do this song about oppression; something I’m feeling now – Clinark
The song & video is produced & mixed by Clinark at Nurture Projects Music. Lead vocals: Clinark, featured & backing vocals: Maxine Danvers with Imani Nandi (Loni Snape) and Carey Annesley.
Appleby Bermuda Day Half Marathon Derby 2017
