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Rift between Ben Ainslie and Ineos casts doubt over next America’s Cup • Jan. 24, 2025, 9:57 PM ET (The Guardian)
America's Cup: Ben Ainslie splits from Sir Jim Ratcliffe's Ineos Britannia sailing team • Jan. 24, 2025, 4:27 AM ET (BBC)
Sir Jim Ratcliffe heads for court battle with ‘astounded’ Ben Ainslie as America’s Cup row erupts • Jan. 23, 2025, 5:54 AM ET (The Telegraph)

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Also Known As Sir Charles Benedict Ainslie
Born February 5, 1977 (age 48) • Macclesfield • England
Awards And Honors Olympic Games

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