MP Bob Seely said: “This is more encouraging news. New Zealand still have 90 days to object. This is not definite but clearly it is a very strong statement of intent.
“I want to thank Bertie Bicket for his brilliant work representing the Island and Islander Ben Ainslie for his intentions to centre the next America’s Cup on the Isle of Wight.
“I’m in touch with the Sports Minister and relevant Secretary of State to make them aware that the America’s Cup could be coming home to the Isle of Wight next year.
“I look forward to working with the Royal Yacht Squadron, INEOS Team UK, IW Council and other interested parties to do what we can to bring this significant event to the Island and to try to get as much benefit out of it as possible for as much of the Island as possible.”
