Columbia (USA 16)
Defender
ArchitectOlin Stephens
BuilderNevins, City Island, Bronx
OwnerHenry Sears syndicate
ClubNew York Yacht Club
SkipperBriggs Cunningham
Type12 MJI
Length HT21.15 m
Draft2.73 m
Displacement28.35 tons
Sail area173 m²
Sceptre (K 17)
Challenger
ArchitectDavid Boyd
BuilderRobertson & son
OwnerDavid Boyd
ClubRoyal Yacht Squadron
SkipperGraham Mann
Type12 MJI
Length HT21 m
Draft2.76 m
Displacement27 tons
Sail area172 m²
The winner
1958 sees the first appearance of the 12 m JI. Olin Stephens enters the game. Columbia is selected.
The loser
Sceptre is original but does not prove as effective as expected. The 4-0 score is merciless.