Sir Ben Ainslie Interview on Sailing Legacy

Sir Ben Ainslie Interview on Sailing Legacy

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The transcript discusses the financial and strategic aspects of preparing for the America's Cup, highlighting the team's budget and investment. It addresses the challenges faced by a new team and the importance of hard work and preparation. The conversation shifts to the impact of the 2012 Olympics on sailing, emphasizing efforts to make the sport more accessible to young people and the transformation of sailing into a high-tech, exciting sport.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the initial budget set by the team to compete in the America's Cup?

£100 million

£85 million

£120 million

£50 million

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one of the key changes mentioned in the America's Cup competition?

Change in the type of boats used

Change in the number of teams

Change in the competition's location

Change in the competition's duration

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which organization is mentioned as helping young people access sailing opportunities?

British Sailing Team

Olympic Sailing Committee

Royal Yachting Association

Andrew Simpson Sailing Foundation

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main goal of the Andrew Simpson Sailing Foundation?

To organize international sailing competitions

To fund sailing clubs

To provide sailing opportunities to young people

To train Olympic sailors

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What speed can America's Cup boats reach, making the sport appealing to young people?

20-30 miles per hour

50-60 miles per hour

30-40 miles per hour

40-50 miles per hour