Video / NZ HeraldAnother international sporting event has been scuppered after being denied MIQ spots by the New Zealand Government. The inaugural Christchurch round of Sail GP set for the end of January next year has failed to secure the 160-odd MIQ spots needed. In a statement, SailGP confirmed its application for access to MIQ facilities for its teams and staff to enter New Zealand was declined by the Government. "SailGP and Christchurch NZ remain equally engaged to bring SailGP to Christchurch, including the social and economic benefits it would bring, and are in joint discussions with the New Zealand government to allow Christchurch the possibility to host SailGP events in the future." The New Zealand SailGP team in action in Plymouth.

Source: New Zealand Herald August 15, 2021 22:52 UTC