America's Cup: Day 1 Preview - Course E - great watching from the vineyards
The official forecast is for North Westerly winds of 12-15kts. Racing will be held on Course E located between the southern coast of Waiheke Island and the East Auckland mainland. The southern coast of Waiheke Island is dotted with vineyards and is a real attraction for those who enjoy fine food and superb wine. The wind direction is unusual - it was the same direction when American Magic capsized on Day 3 of the the Round Robins of the Prada Cup - however the forecast for today does not include thunderstorms and rainsqualls. Because of the location of the course off the lee shore of Waiheke ...