Stuff reporters Todd Niall and Duncan Johnstone comment on the first two races from the Prada Cup semifinal between Luna Rossa and American Magic. The Italian America’s Cup team Luna Rossa can today secure a place in the Prada Cup challenger finals, but helmsman Francesco Bruni is keeping that out of his head. Luna Rossa comfortably beat the re-built American Magic boat Patriot in both races on the opening day of the semi-finals in Auckland, with performances clearly better than when they last raced. READ MORE:* America's Cup: Ruthless Luna Rossa produce their own magic* America's Cup: Dominant Luna Rossa away to a flyer in Prada Cup semifinal series* Back from the brink: Inside American Magic's return to Prada Cup racingBruni, who co-helms with Jimmy Spithill, said the team’s focus is only ever on the next race. TVNZ Luna Rossa had one big splash but sailed to a 2-0 Prada Cup lead as the Americans struck bigger problems.

Source: Stuff January 29, 2021 15:56 UTC