Exposed: The Dark Side of the America’s Cup - Hardcover

An exciting read for anyone interested in the America's Cup, sailing or the skulduggery some will sink to in their desire to win. (Sailing Today 2017-10-28)

A compelling book about the skulduggery that has attended Cup affairs over its 166-year history. (Breeze Magazine)

A very readable historic depiction of why the America's Cup has been elevated above so many other events in our sport. An engaging stroll through the circuitous surroundings of this historic competition. (Marine Industry News)

The writers are well informed and write with passion and clarity. (Sydney Morning Herald)

The America's Cup has always been a hotbed of unbridled ambition, personal agendas, intrigue, spying and, more recently, hard-fought court cases - and that's before the boats even get out on the water to race. Exposed: The Dark Side of the America's Cup lifts the lid on this unique contest for the oldest trophy in sport and on the powerful men who have made it 'the toughest game in town'. For some it has been the key to social advancement, for others it has opened important doors in the business and commercial world, and in some cases it has become a magnificent obsession. It is the pinnacle of achievement in a sport that was once the domain of the wealthy but which today has become fertile territory for a new breed of super-wealthy owners and sailing professionals who would change the event forever. Exposed is a fascinating glimpse behind the scenes of one of the most compelling and controversial contests in the whole of sport.