Professional Athlete Opportunity

American Magic is a professional sailing team looking for exceptional athletes to join our team in our quest to win the 37th America’s Cup in 2024 in Barcelona. A change in the class rule means incorporating legs to power the instruments on the yacht is now an exciting new option. New Zealand previously utilized this method in their successful campaign for the 35th America’s Cup in Bermuda:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TmgnpIYen2w

We are searching for gifted cyclists who can produce or have the potential to deliver sustained power (of over 450 watts) for 20 mins.

We offer an excellent opportunity for the right individuals to become professional athletes in the oldest international sports competition in the world. Successful candidates will join American Magic full-time in 2024, in sailing and working with some of the highest caliber athletes and coaches sailing has to offer.

Requirements
USA passportWork effectively as part of a teamWilling to relocate abroadAble to perform while sailing at speeds of over 100km/h

Desirable
85kg +Degree or experience in mechanical engineering.

For more information on American Magic and America’s Cup: https://americanmagic.americascup.com

To see American Magic in action visit: https://www.americascup.com/…_FOILING-AT-50-KNOTS

If you want further information on this exciting opportunity and the chance to represent American Magic and
your country, please email takeyourchance@americanmagic.com.

This is freaking awesome. Not for me, and I don’t know anything about sailing, but consider me a fan.

Thanks, it is a really exciting opportunity for the right athlete!

Just saw the GCN video about the team. Very cool.