Earlier this evening, at the iconic Yankee Stadium and clad in the home team’s jersey, Premier Michael Dunkley threw out the ceremonial first pitch in advance of the New York Yankees-Boston Red Sox game. 

‎The public will be aware that the Premier is in New York to support events associated with the America's Cup World Series (ACWS) events taking place this weekend. Premier Dunkley was invited to throw out the symbolic first pitch at the game during which there were Bermuda and America's Cup promotions and opportunities that served to generate media coverage in that market.

Historically, for more than 100 years, the New York Yankees and Boston Red Sox have shared an intense rivalry. Many consider it to be the greatest rivalry in sports. Tonight's much anticipated game according to the Premier served as an "invaluable opportunity to leverage Bermuda's promotional outreach" to thousands at the game and to countless more watching live on television.

Of this evening’s special occasion, Premier Dunkley said, “I was very honoured on behalf of Bermuda to throw out the ceremonial first pitch. The atmosphere was great and considering all the legendary pitchers who have taken to Yankee Stadium mound, I regard this an experience of a lifetime. With all of the activities taking place this week associated with the America’s Cup World Series races, this was a wonderful opportunity to promote Bermuda to a significant and captive audience.”

‎Adding to the Bermuda/America's Cup promotion, the AC Trophy - "Auld Mug”, was also on display at this evening’s game to generate excitement for the ACWS weekend of activities, which will have a strong Bermuda presence which includes representation from the ACDBA, the Bermuda Tourism Authority, Hamilton Princess, Goslings and others.