Considering the forecast the 13 knots of breeze for the opening race was a real bonus.

Matador takes early lead and extends in good style. Fight for 2nd in exciting final run ends in favour of Luna Rossa over Team Origin and ETNZ.

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Another good start by TeamOrigin helps them to set the pace for race 2 and take the event lead.

Breeze now up to 16 knots.

Synergy let ETNZ slip by on last run for 2nd.