Gordon Bennett Cup

There were four Gordon Bennett Cups, all established by James Gordon Bennett, Jr.

  • Gordon Bennett Cup in auto racing
  • Gordon Bennett Cup in ballooning — for a time, a separate cup was also awarded for powered air racing
  • Gordon Bennett Trophy (aeroplanes) – in the sport of air racing
  • James Gordon Bennett Cup for schooners

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