It was high drama during races 7 & 8 of the America's Cup, as Team NZ came from behind twice to claim victories over Luna Rossa and jump to a 5-3 lead in the Cup Match. Bianca Cook and Mark Orams join Cheree Kinnear to unpack all of the news from a dramatic day's racing. Video / NZ Herald / Getty Images / Photosport
Team New Zealand have one hand on the Auld Mug after achieving one of the most remarkable comeback victories in recent America's Cup history.
Trailing by more than 2000 metres after a mistake by helmsman Peter Burling early in race 8, the Kiwi boat managed to chase down Luna Rossa as the challenger struggled to remain on the foils in patchy conditions.
Te Rehutai finally crossed almost four minutes ahead of the floundering Italians to become the first team this regatta to claim back-to-back victories.
A beaming Blair Tuke described the victory as "a pretty unreal fightback" as the Kiwis take a 5-3 lead in the first-to-seven series.
With the first of two races scheduled for 4.15pm, Team New Zealand have an opportunity to win the America's Cup on Tuesday - but they could be left battling the elements rather than Jimmy Spithill and Co, with very light winds predicted for much of the day.
Here's all the action and reaction from a dramatic Cup day.
'Most bizarre race I've ever seen'
For anyone wanting more excitement from the America's Cup Match, Team New Zealand provided it on the fourth day of racing.
Commentators and fans were left in awe as the Kiwis wiped out a 2000m lead to win by almost four minutes - with America's Cup veteran and Herald columnist Dean Barker calling it the "most bizarre race I've ever seen".
Burling was full of praise for the team's grinders after the race, saying he had "never seen the grinding team work that hard".
Opposite number Jimmy Spithill was understandably disappointed, but warned that the Cup was far from won: "This is not the trophy presentation right here".
If you've found yourself scratching your head at sailing terminology as the America's Cup hits fever pitch, Orams is here to help.
With more interest than ever heading into what could be the final day of racing, here's a guide to help you decode the language used in this year's event.
Beyond the Cup
Cherie Kinnear is joined by Orams and round the world sailor Bianca Cook to recap a thrilling day in the latest episode of 'Beyond the Cup'. Watch it in your video player above.
