Emma Steiner and her son Ollie Steiner, 14, from Napier are both mad about the America's Cup. Photo / Hawke's Bay Today
Emirates Team New Zealand may be in an unenviable position as they take to the water in Valencia tonight, but well wishers from around the world continue to send their messages of support and encouragement.
Prime Minister Helen Clark said she was confident the Kiwis could come back:
"Just focus on one race at a time, that's what worked in the Louis Vuiton Cup and steely determination can work here".
And leader of the Opposition, John Key, was equally convinced, saying "Go well, we all know you can win. All four million of us are right behind you".
Messages of support have flooded into the Herald online over the past two weeks and it seems most respondents have absolute confidence in the ability of Team New Zealand to fight back.
Many have spoken of the commitment and tenacity the New Zealand team has shown throughout the competition.
"When the going gets tough, the tough get going. Look forward to seeing the cup in Auckland," wrote TNZ supporter from Singapore.
But the competition is brutal and there will be no more second chances if the Kiwis fail to win tonight.
As the challenge for the America's Cup enters its final phase, send us your wishes for Team New Zealand.
More messages of support:
Witi Ihimaera, Writer: "With Tangaroa's blessing, fly like the great waka that you are across the sea".
Sir Howard Morrison, Entertainer: "The hearts and minds of the country are with you".
All Black legend Fred Allen: "New Zealand, you're not down yet, there are still races to go and I wish you luck".
- NZ HERALD STAFF
