America's Cup: Draft protocol shows plenty of changes likely in new Cup cycle
It appears change is on the horizon for the America's Cup.
After being criticised for a lack of transparency by several challengers in recent weeks, including challenger of record Athena Racing, defenders Emirates Team New Zealand made the draft protocol for the next edition readily available for anyone who wanted
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