America’s Cup 2021: Luna Rossa, Italian emotion!

The start of the 2021 America’s Cup is almost here: Luna Rossa and Emirates Team New Zealand will face each other in the most famous match race in the world of sailing!

It is a special occasion, because the Italian team Luna Rossa Prada Pirelli will try to win the coveted trophy for the first time in more than twenty years! The mood within the team is one of determination, commitment and focus. They may be the underdogs against the New Zealand team, who are playing at home, but that does not distract them from the ultimate goal.

The two teams will compete on race course “A” in Auckland: a choice made by the Committee in full compliance with the rules against crowding, to ensure an enjoyable atmosphere in complete safety.

What is the weather forecast for these fiery days? Wind plays a fundamental role in the race. Auckland’s bay generally has changeable conditions, but a wind of around 10–11 knots is expected, a strength that would favour Luna Rossa, which loves light wind. The race will start on 10 March at 4 a.m. Italian time and will be sailed as a best of thirteen races: whoever reaches seven wins first takes the Cup.

All that is left for us to do is set the alarm and make the coffee for what will surely be an America’s Cup 2021 full of emotion!