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You can catch the action on the water for an unforgettable experience.
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Press Release – Auckland Council
Auckland Mayor Phil Goff has congratulated Team New Zealand on their victory and successful defence of the America’s Cup.
“A victory for Team New Zealand in front of a home crowd on Auckland’s Waitematā Harbour is the perfect way to cap off three months of world-class racing in our city,” Auckland Mayor Phil Goff said.
“Team New Zealand’s America’s Cup campaign has been thrilling to watch, with the Kiwis overcoming a strong challenge from Luna Rossa to once again bring home the Cup.
“On behalf of Aucklanders I congratulate Grant Dalton, Peter Burling and the whole crew on their success in retaining the Cup.
Wednesday, 17 March 2021, 5:20 pm
Auckland Mayor Phil Goff has congratulated Team New
Zealand on their victory and successful defence of the
America’s Cup.
“A victory for Team New Zealand in
front of a home crowd on Auckland’s Waitematā Harbour is
the perfect way to cap off three months of world-class
racing in our city,” Auckland Mayor Phil Goff
said.
“Team New Zealand’s America’s Cup campaign
has been thrilling to watch, with the Kiwis overcoming a
strong challenge from Luna Rossa to once again bring home
the Cup.
“On behalf of Aucklanders I congratulate
Grant Dalton, Peter Burling and the whole crew on their
Brought the country together : Thousands of Kiwis cheer as Team NZ sails to victory Wed, 17 Mar 2021, 8:18PM
Team New Zealand helmsman Peter Burling was surrounded by adoring fans as he made his way to the America s Cup trophy presentation. Photo / Dean Purcell Brought the country together : Thousands of Kiwis cheer as Team NZ sails to victory Wed, 17 Mar 2021, 8:18PM
Jubilant scenes erupted across Auckland s waterfront as Emirates Team New Zealand won their seventh race to secure the America s Cup this afternoon.
Thousands poured into the America s Cup Village hours before the first race was set to start at 4.15pm, with the Kiwis leading six races to three - needing just one more to win the Auld Mug. At its peak, 40,000 Kiwis were in the village and 1600 spectator boats were out on the water.