America’s Cup: Peter Burling split with Team NZ pushed by time pressures, says says Grant Dalton

Emirates Team New Zealand is preparing for their third consecutive America’s Cup defense without long-time helmsman Peter Burling, as they were unable to come to an agreement for him to return. Burling, who has been at the helm for the last three campaigns and achieved significant milestones, including becoming the youngest helmsman to win an America’s Cup race, is parting ways with the team. Team NZ chief executive Grant Dalton expressed gratitude for Burling’s contributions but emphasized the need to move forward, as discussions had been ongoing since their victory in Barcelona.

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