Wednesday, 10 March 2021, 6:49 pm
It is impossible to exaggerate the importance and
significance of the of the first race in any America’s Cup
as the anticipation and build up that proceeds the first day
is beyond anything else in sport.
Day one of the 36th
America’s Cup presented by PRADA didn’t disappoint with
the Defender Emirates Team New Zealand and the Challenger
Luna Rossa Prada Pirelli sitting on a tie after two races.
Pretty even performances between the two boats once again
confirmed that there is no space for
mistakes.
Today’s results clearly show that there is
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Press Release – Auckland Unlimited
With four days of America’s Cup action under Auckland’s belt, the city is gearing up to host the next event of the racing cycle on 15 January: the PRADA Cup Challenger Selection Series, a five week-long racing spectacle to determine who will take on Emirates Team New Zealand in the 36th America’s Cup Match in March.
But the on-water racing is just the start of the excitement in store for Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland as the city kicks off the New Year.
Summernova, Auckland Unlimited’s summer festival series designed to coincide with the 36th America’s Cup, will deliver a stellar line-up of events across the region complemented by annual favourites, including Tāmaki Herenga Waka Festival, Auckland Lantern Festival and more. Here’s what you need to know to start your summer off right.