BARCELONA, Spain — In a thrilling commencement to the America’s Cup final, Team Emirates New Zealand triumphed over INEOS Britannia in the opening race held on Saturday.
The prestigious Auld Mug, recognized as the most ancient trophy in international sports, will be awarded to the first team to secure seven victories. A second race is slated for later in the day.
New Zealand established a swift lead right from the start, maintaining control throughout the race. Their foiling yacht, Taihoro, demonstrated impressive speed, crossing the finish line a remarkable 41 seconds ahead of their opponents, with more than 400 meters separating the two yachts.
New Zealand is on a quest to capture the cup for the third consecutive time, while INEOS Britannia seeks their first win in the rich 173-year history of the competition.
