Team New Zealand helmsman Peter Burling has been described by America's Cup boss Sir Russell Coutts as "an incredible talent" destined to become the best sailor in the world. "Pete Burling - it's probably not a matter of if he'll be the number one sailor in the world, it's a matter of when," said Coutts, the CEO of the America's Cup Event Authority. And just a few sleeps before Sunday's America's Cup finals series between the arch-rivals, he admitted Emirates Team New Zealand has Oracle's attention: "that's for sure". America's Cup final: Oracle Team USA v Team New Zealand - All you need to know"I'm looking forward to seeing some good racing. Join our live blog of the day one action at the America's Cup from 5am Sunday, including live commentary by the voice of sailing PJ Montgomery with expert comments by Chris Steele.

Source: New Zealand Herald June 15, 2017 19:38 UTC