In July 2014, americascup.com reported that Chicago being dropped from the running, and finally on 2 December 2014, Bermuda was announced as the host of the 2017 America's Cup.
In July 2014, americascup.com reported the candidate venues had been shortlisted to Bermuda and San Diego, with Chicago being dropped from the running. On 2 December 2014, Bermuda was announced as the host of the 2017 America's Cup.