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Bleary-eyed Aucklanders can watch Team New Zealand compete for the America's Cup live, free and on the big screen.
The Auckland City Council is opening the Marine Events Centre on Halsey St from 11pm, every racing night.
Mayor Dick Hubbard said the city was ready to host the next America's Cup.
"We hope Aucklanders show their support as it comes down to crunch time," he said.
- NZHERALD STAFF
