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Emirates Team NZ maximizes daylight as daylight saving ends in New Zealand. The team begins their day at 1100hrs, heading to the Back Paddock, known as Course E for the 2021 America's Cup. A steady offshore breeze averages 15-20kts, with gusts reaching 23kts, accompanied by intermittent rain squalls over the outer Waitemata Harbour. As the afternoon progresses, wind strength fluctuates, but squall frequency decreases.
Using high-powered binoculars, observers note Team NZ executing a series of windward-leeward runs for high-speed testing, primarily in sheltered waters behind Browns Island. The AC75 operates smoothly, showing no signs of nosedives or control issues. Crew details remain unavailable.
Regular member Blair Tuke participates in the Jono Ridler Swim4The Ocean, currently off Cape Palliser, 35-40nm from the finish. The swim, supported by LiveOcean, features Tuke and Luna Rossa's Peter Burling as co-founders. The AC75 showcases impressive control during a high-speed turn before dropping sails around 1700hrs as another squall approaches. Updates to follow with the Recon Unit Video and Report from ACP.
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