17 Mar 2021

Auckland erupts with America's Cup celebrations

From Lately, 10:20 pm on 17 March 2021

Emirates Team New Zealand has won the 36th America's Cup and the Auckland Viaduct Village and environs have erupted with celebrations. There was a call this afternoon that the Viaduct Village had reached capacity and for people to head to other parts of the Auckland waterfront. Karyn speaks with Steve Armitage, Auckland Unlimited General Manager Destination.

Team New Zealand's skipper Peter Burling (C) holds the America's Cup, affectionately known as the Auld Mug, after winning the 36th America's Cup against Luna Rossa Prada in Auckland on March 17, 2021.

Photo: AFP