Luna Rossa did not disappoint its supporters; indeed, the entire length of the Via Caracciolo seafront was lined with spectators. First, it won the two qualifying races, leaving the rest of the fleet a world away, and then threw itself into the final match race against Emirates Team New Zealand with the determination to win.
The Louis Vuitton Preliminary America’s Cup Regatta in Naples concludes with victory for the favourites – the Italian boat. Thus, Luna Rossa repeats its success in Cagliari and beats the Kiwis once again.