The UAE would be ready to host the 2021 America's Cup if Auckland couldn't - and Dubai would be a likely destination. Photo: GettyThe United Arab Emirates is ready to host the 2021 America's Cup but insisted it has no intention of taking the regatta away from New Zealand. As defenders, the Kiwis can choose the location of the 36th America's Cup. "Usually, the way it works is in the build-up to the America's Cup it involves a lot of other stages and destinations." but we reconfirm our desire to host the Americas Cup in New Zealand and we are making good progress with both council and government," a spokesman said in a statement.

Source: Otago Daily Times November 30, 2017 23:26 UTC