©ACM 2007/Photo:Guido Trombetta
“Go Deano,” they bellowed as the black boat eased its way down the canal out to the race course.
I know we harped on about yesterday, but the amount of support Team New Zealand have here in Valencia is really incredible.
The good thing about them is that they are both colourful and loud. There have even been new tee-shirts created which read valeNZia.
It must give the guys a huge boast sailing out.
Well, today’s race started off in an interesting manner.
Luna Rossa controlled the start with the starboard entry. The New Zealanders scrambled. They got what was left and they got the right.
Team New Zealand were actually bow back at the line but what was relevant was how quick they accelerated. As they crossed the line Team New Zealand were two knots slower.
Within a boat length and a half they were up to speed. That is either incredibly acceleration or as they came off the line they got pressure. It was probably a bit of both but it was pretty good acceleration off the line. They are down playing their speed but they were quick all day.
Three nil up, the Kiwis are in a good spot. It is going to be hard for Luna Rossa to come back. Their boat is a tad off the pace.
Posted by peterlester 
