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The Billionaire and the Mechanic: How Larry Ellison and a Car Mechanic Teamed up to Win Sailing's Greatest Race, the Americas Cu,New
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Expanded to include the behindthescenes story of the 34th Americas Cup and Team USAs incredible comebackDown eighttoone in the 34th Americas Cup in September 2013, Oracle Team USA pulled off a comeback for the ages, with eight straight wins against Emirates Team New Zealand. Julian Guthries The Billionaire and the Mechanic tells the incredible story of how a car mechanic and one of the worlds richest men teamed up to win the worlds greatest race. With a lengthy new section on the 34th Americas Cup, Guthrie also shows how they did it again.The Americas Cup, first awarded in 1851, is the oldest trophy in international sports. In 2000, Larry Ellison, cofounder and billionaire CEO of Oracle Corporation, decided to run for the prize and found an unlikely partner in Norbert Bajurin, a car mechanic and Commodore of the bluecollar Golden Gate Yacht Club. After unsuccessful runs for the Cup in 2003 and 2007, they won for the first time in 2010. With unparalleled access to Ellison and his team, Guthrie takes readers inside the building process of these astonishing boats and the lives of the athletes who race them and throws readers into exhilarating races from Australia to Valencia.
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- Q: What is the main theme of 'The Billionaire and the Mechanic'? A: 'The Billionaire and the Mechanic' explores the extraordinary partnership between Larry Ellison, a billionaire CEO, and Norbert Bajurin, a car mechanic, as they work together to achieve victory in the America's Cup sailing race.
- Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: The book contains a total of 336 pages.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'The Billionaire and the Mechanic' is Julian Guthrie.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: This edition of the book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: 'The Billionaire and the Mechanic' was published on April 1, 2014.
- Q: Is this book suitable for fans of sailing? A: Yes, this book is highly suitable for fans of sailing, especially those interested in the America's Cup and stories of competition and teamwork.
- Q: Does the book include any updates or new sections? A: Yes, the book has been expanded to include a behind-the-scenes look at the 34th America's Cup, detailing Oracle Team USA's remarkable comeback.
- Q: What type of readers would enjoy this book? A: Readers who are interested in sports, business, personal stories of triumph, and the dynamics of teamwork will find this book particularly engaging.
- Q: Are there any illustrations or photographs in the book? A: The book does not specifically mention the inclusion of illustrations or photographs; it primarily focuses on the narrative and storytelling.
- Q: Is this book available in other formats besides paperback? A: The information provided does not specify other formats, but it is advisable to check with retailers for availability in formats such as eBook or audiobook.