Crowds gather to watch America's Cup

Crowds have gathered at the Tauranga Yacht and Powerboat Club to watch this morning's America's Cup races.

Team New Zealand could win the America's Cup if they win both of today's races.

The races are being played on a big screen at the club.

People watching the America's Cup at the Yacht and Power Boat Club.

Club Commodore Gary Smith said the phones at the club had been ringing hot with people wanting to learn how to sail.