Photo / PhotosportIreland's hopes of hosting the next America's Cup look all but over, as decision day looms. The location for the 37th edition of the Cup is expected to be announced on Friday with Spain, Ireland and Saudi Arabia all having been understood to be potential venues. Photo / PhotosportIt leaves the decision between Spain and Saudi Arabia, with Auckland a faint hope as private funding is sought. The Spanish bid is powered by government money and has the backing of the Spanish prime minister, Pedro Sanchez, and the central government. Meanwhile, there is no sign yet that Saudi Arabia reportedly throwing boatloads of cash to secure the event is anything but speculation.

Source: New Zealand Herald September 15, 2021 20:37 UTC