Illustrated Americas Cup scene — AI-generated artwork behind this tournament's word search puzzle
Play a Americas Cup word search free online. We built the 12-word list around its format, its trophy, and the traditions around it, then scattered it across a 15×15 grid — horizontal, vertical and diagonal. Find them all to clear the board.
Words to find: DEFENDER, CHALLENGER, YACHT, CATAMARAN, MONOHULL, HYDROFOIL, WINGSAIL, MATCHRACE, ROUNDROBIN, SEMIFINAL, TROPHY, AULDMUG.
Diagonals are where most players stall. Once you are down to the last word or two, sweep the diagonals deliberately.
Americas Cup word list, defined
DEFENDER/dɪˈfɛndər/ · noun
A person or thing that protects someone or something from harm, attack, or criticism. In sport, a player whose primary role is to prevent the opposing team from scoring. Related: protector, guardian, champion, defender of the faith (no).
CHALLENGER/ˈtʃælɪndʒər/ · noun
A person who competes for a title, position, or championship currently held by someone else; more broadly, anyone who contests or questions something established. Related: contender, rival, competitor, opponent.
YACHT/jɑːt/ · noun
A large, luxurious sailing or power boat, typically used for pleasure or racing. A yacht is often used for recreational purposes, such as cruising or sailing. Related: sailboat, yawl, sloop, cruiser.
CATAMARAN/ˌkætəməˈræn/ · noun
A fast sailing vessel with twin hulls side by side; more broadly, any boat or raft built on two (or occasionally three) parallel hulls. Related: twin-hulled boat, trimaran, yacht.
MONOHULL/ˈmɒnoʊhʌl/ · noun
A boat or ship with a single hull, as opposed to a multihull. Related: single-hulled, single-hull, one-hull, single hull.
HYDROFOIL/ˈhaɪdrəʊfaɪl/ · noun
A boat or ship that uses a wing or foil to lift it out of the water, reducing drag and increasing speed. Related: catamaran, sailboat, speedboat, jet ski.
SEMIFINAL/sɛmɪˈfaɪnəl/ · noun
The final round of competition before the final, typically involving two teams or individuals. Related: final, intermediate, preliminary, quarterfinal.
TROPHY/ˈtroʊfi/ · noun
An object given as a symbol of achievement or excellence, typically awarded to the winner of a competition or contest. A prize or honor given to someone for their achievements or accomplishments. Related: prize, medal, award, cup.