Intrepid (USA 22)
Defender
ArchitectOlin Stephens
BuilderMinneford Yacht Yard Inc
OwnerIntrepid syndicate
ClubNew York Yacht Club
SkipperBill Ficker
Type12 MJI
Length HT19.66 m
Draft2.82 m
Displacement30.55 tons
Sail area161 m²
Gretel II (KA 3)
Challenger
ArchitectAlan Payne
BuilderWilliam H. Barnett
OwnerFranck Packer
ClubRoyal Sydney Yacht Squadron
SkipperJim Hardyk
Type12 MJI
Length HT19.81 m
Draft2.71 m
Displacement29.2 tons
Sail area187 m²
The winner
Intrepid was largely modified by Britton Chance. The hull gained volume at the stern. He matches Gretel but tactics are better.
The loser
It is also Baron Bich's first attempt for France. Gretel II saves honor by winning a superb race.