With the British trying and failing for 100 years, the Australians now entered the fray, with Sir Frank Packer launching a challenge. When Sir Frank was asked why he decided to challenge, he replied, "Alcohol and delusions of grandeur." With the passing of Frank Packer, another Australian would pick up the mantle. He was from Western Australia, and his name was Alan Bond. If you’d like more Sports Bizarre, become a member of Bizarre Plus. Click here to join today As a member, you’ll get: A weekly bonus podcast Exclusive behind-the-scenes access A fortnightly newsletter Access to the members-only chatroom Ability to vote on future episodes Early access to any live show tickets Research There is no limit to the writings on the America’s Cup, and this was one of the biggest research jobs I’ve had. Some of the key sources included: A Full Cup: Sir Thomas Lipton's Extraordinary Life and His Quest for the America's Cup by Michael D'Antonio The Quest for the America's Cup: Sailing to Victory by Richard V. Simpson Exposed: The Dark Side of the America’s Cup by Alan Sefton and Larry Keating Of course, the great man joined us and his book is Born To Win: The Power Of A Vision by John Bertrand.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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