Deed of Gift
The most important thing in preparing for the America’s Cup is to thoroughly
review the rules. Strict rules set by an agreement called the Deed of Gift state the
rules of conduct during the race, including technical and design dimensions for the
boats. Adhering to these rules can make the difference between winning and being
disqualified. These Universal Rules, as they were called, focused on limiting sail
area, boat length (23~27 meters), and water displacement.