After years of dreaming and 10 years of trying, Britain's Ben Ainslie has achieved his aim of challenging for the America's Cup, billed as the oldest trophy in international sport. The 47-year-old Briton is already the most successful Olympic sailor and has had the "Auld Mug" in his sights for almost as long as he can remember.

BARCELONA, Spain -- A British team will race in the America’s Cup final for the first time since 1964 after beating Italians.

Britain secured a spot in the America's Cup final for the first time in 60 years, defeating Italy and setting up a clash with New Zealand. Led by Ben Ainslie and backed by billionaire Jim Ratcliffe, the team aims to win the 'Auld Mug' using a boat developed with Formula One expertise.