The Coupe Cartier
Introduced to support the restoration and competitive racing of classic 8-Metre yachts, especially those built between 1925 and 1940. Provides an equal platform for both classic and modernized yachts with historical upgrades like aluminum spars, Kevlar sails, and modern rigging. Helped inspire new restorations and revived interest in 8-Metre racing events. Held at Société Nautique Genève. La Coupe Cartier was followed by the Neptune trophy, a trophy that had been raced and won by eight metre class boats since the early ages of the metre class rule.
