A well-placed source told the Herald on
Sunday they understood Italian billionaire and businessman Matteo de Nora - the principal and long-time advocate of Team NZ - had been involved in considering potential venues outside this country for the next event.
Qatar was tipped as one option while other possible locations included elsewhere in the Middle East, parts of Europe, and Singapore and China.
Inside the end of American Magic
Over the past week Sean Clarkson has said more than 100 goodbyes.
The American Magic grinder has been farewelling teammates since last Monday, when some of the Europeans on the syndicate left the base to make their long way home.
By Friday there were only a handful of people left, as Patriot was dismantled and put into storage.
Like many within the American Magic fold, Clarkson is in slight disbelief at how quickly everything unravelled.
What superyachts cost
A who's who of New Zealand's wealthy and corporate world will be hob-nobbing on superyachts during the America's Cup while others will pay thousands for a place on board. Jane Phare finds out who'll be out on the harbour and what it costs for a course-side seat.
Beyond The Cup
Watch in your video player above as Cheree Kinnear goes behind the scenes at Luna Rossa's base.
Heading into the Cup racing?
• Give yourself plenty of time and think about catching a ferry, train or bus to watch the Cup.
• Make sure your AT HOP card is in your pocket. It's the best way to ride.
• Don't forget to scan QR codes with the NZ COVID Tracer app when on public transport and entering the America's Cup Village.
• For more ways to enjoy race day, visit at.govt.nz/americascup.
