Luna Rossa Prada Pirelli: open horizon
When it is closely linked to the unpredictability of natural elements, sport can resemble an adventure. In the case of sailing, man has learned one fundamental thing: the sea and the wind cannot be tamed. They can be listened to, understood and, above all, respected.
The success of a team that has chosen the sea as its playing field is not solely measured by technical and athletic prowess. Performance is deeply intertwined with an understanding of the environment and a focused commitment to the ultimate goal.
Every regatta is a harmonious blend of skill, technique, and strategy, forming part of a long journey marked by dedication and success. Our challenge extends beyond sailing competitions; it is an ongoing quest for performance perfection.
The history of Luna Rossa Prada Pirelli is rooted in a passion for sailing, a love for the sea, and a drive to surpass nature’s boundaries. The human element is crucial, both in the performance of the sailing team and in the research and development process. This is why Cetilar® is supporting the Luna Rossa Prada Pirelli crew in their campaign for the 37th America’s Cup with the Human Performance project. This initiative focuses on key areas such as athletic preparation, injury prevention, nutrition, and mental conditioning, ensuring the crew is optimally prepared.
Athletic preparation is crucial. From injury prevention to nutrition and mental preparation, every aspect is meticulously designed to ensure peak performance.
The effort required of the Luna Rossa Prada Pirelli crew is far more intense than one might expect. In just 25 to 30 minutes of racing, sailors undergo immense physical and psychological exertion. Temperature fluctuations, high levels of concentration, and rapidly accelerating metabolism add further mental and physical stress. Therefore, training and nutrition are vital elements that must be managed with utmost precision.
Nutrition supports both the body and the mind. Healthy eating is the secret to successful performance.
A sailor’s physical training is closely related to their mental preparation. Training, therefore, encompasses much more than physical conditioning. The body has to withstand extreme pressure while maintaining quick reflexes and mental clarity to make precise decisions at critical moments.
Physical and mental recovery are integral to our training. Collaboration with specialised doctors ensures a comprehensive approach, addressing aspects such as sleep, mindfulness, and meditation.
Luna Rossa Prada Pirelli is charting a course toward the America’s Cup, the world’s most prestigious sailing competition and the oldest sporting trophy. A piece of modern sports history, the America’s Cup has evolved into a legendary regatta that inspires fans worldwide to set their alarms for 3 a.m. just to experience its live excitement—a modern Odyssey.
The challenge, strategy, and speed of the boats create a thrilling context where every manoeuvre can be decisive.
These strategies and manoeuvres result from teamwork, with each athlete striving for perfection. Competing in a regatta is the perfect blend of competitive spirit and humanity’s ancestral bond with the sea, combining anticipation and explosive force, the pursuit of continuous improvement and the quest for victory.
Defeat must be transformed into an opportunity for growth within the learning curve and an opportunity for team building.
To paraphrase the “sailor par excellence”, Corto Maltese, every opportunity is an open horizon, an invitation to set sail whose call is too strong to resist.
