Team New Zealand capitalised on Jimmy Spithill’s mistake to comfortably win the first race by 31s. Phil Walter/Getty Images Team New Zealand and Luna Rossa proved evenly matched on the opening day of the America’s Cup. READ MORE:* America's Cup: It's a deadlock as Team New Zealand and Luna Rossa share early honours* America's Cup: Tied scoreboard represents a victory to Luna RossaTeam New Zealand skipper Peter Burling was happy to shake off some rust and has vowed his team will get better as this series evolves. Phil Walter/Getty Images Team New Zealand narrowly lost race two to Luna Rossa on the first day of action in the America's Cup Match. “Obviously, everyone has been watching Luna Rossa and they have got a lot better than they were in December.

Source: Stuff March 10, 2021 07:52 UTC