1999
From 1957 to 1999 the cup was competed for between national teams, each having three boats. Initially only Great Britain and the United States took part but, in later years, many other teams also participated. The Fastnet race was part of the Admiral's Cup during this time.
In 1971 the British Prime Minister, Edward Heath, captained one of the winning boats.
Read more about this topic: Admiral's Cup, History: 1957