In many sporting contests, there are moments that define teams and often determine results.
Out of adversity comes opportunity, and from that, a team can grow closer and stronger, and become more formidable.
If a team has survived a major calamity and come out the other side, this gives strength and confidence in their ability to deal with other challenges.
It's the "silver lining" syndrome, finding advantage out of disadvantage. It is not easy to do, but Emirates Team New Zealand have done this.
The pitch-pole capsize two days ago was one of those defining moments. The entire team came together and worked hard alongside one another, shoulder to shoulder, for the team.
In the early hours of the morning, when they were continuing to work on repairing the damage to Aotearoa, team members will have looked across at their mates and seen them digging deep, committed, determined and focussed.