Ah.  I had heard (incorrectly, I assume) that it was due to the US
holding the trophy for a string of years at one point.

Now I know... (and knowing is half the battle!  :-)

-Adam

Russell McMahon wrote:

>>How many times does Switzerland have to win in a row before it's named
>>the Swiss's Cup? :-)
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>The cup is named after "America" - the yacht which first won it. Fortunately
>:-)
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