Crowds on the waterfront viaduct in Auckland gather to watch America's Cup racing. Photo / Alex Burton
Crowds on the waterfront viaduct in Auckland gather to watch America's Cup racing. Photo / Alex Burton
Auckland's waterfront venues have been basking in Team New Zealand's America's Cup success with packed bars and restaurants for three consecutive days.
The final day of the World Series regatta saw crowds flock to the Viaduct basking under a glorious December sun, as Team NZ beat both American Magic andLuna Rossa in two exciting races to clinch the overall title.
Racing did not get under way until well after 4pm, delayed for more than an hour first due light winds and then again as spectator boats were blown inside the race boundary after a wind direction change.
But back on land the Viaduct was buzzing with punters packing out bars, restaurants and fan zones.
Half a dozen venues spoken to by the Herald reported full houses, but great vibes all around.
A manager at Irish pub O'Hagan's said it being the last weekend before Christmas also added to the excitement.
"It's been very busy, a lot of families today and plenty of people watching the racing.
"It is the last weekend before Christmas, so everybody is out and there are a lot of Christmas parties too, but even with just the races it would be busy no matter what.
