Ineos Team UK steer Britannia off Browns Island. Photo / Janette Dalley
Ineos Team UK has emerged looking strong after four days spent working on their boat in the confines of their team headquarters.
Friday was the first time Britannia had been spotted on the Hauraki Gulf since last weekend as the team continues preparations for the start of the Prada Cup
final.
Britannia was spotted by sailing observer Justin Mitchell as it left Auckland's viaduct and sailed north towards Course E. His video shows the boat performing well in 10-12 knot winds, its stability and consistency on its foils a highlight of the footage.
Prada Cup organisers intend to stage most of the races at Courses B, C and D - which provide close spectator viewing - but under certain conditions the more remote Course E could be required, so gaining some practice time on that course could prove crucial.
