Sun, Feb 16, 2003 - Page 24 News List

Alinghi sinks Kiwis in race 1

BAILING OUTThe Swiss syndicate took the first raceof the America's Cup yesterday as New Zealand was forced to abandon the chase because of mechanical problem

AGENCIES , AUCKLAND

The second race is due to start today, with Team New Zealand facing a long night's work in their boatyard.

Fans and observers were disappointed that the withdrawal meant it was impossible to determine whether Team New Zealand's radical new hull design had given the boat a significant speed advantage over the Swiss boat.

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