Rumours in Valencia

The rumour mill in Valencia is in full swing, with less than two months to go before Louis Vuitton Act 13 kicks off. Is there any substance to the rumour that Areva has been getting the better of Luna Rossa in some informal racing sessions? And what price will Areva pay for breaking the rules when they got hold of photos of Luna Rossa when the Italians were training in private? Will it be a financial or points penalty for the French? And bowsprits - are they in or out? Last year BMW ORACLE turned up with a bowspritted USA-87. This year USA-98 has none, while other teams have arrived in Valencia WITH bowsprits! Who's right, who's wrong? The fun has certainly begun.