The home team seemed well in control of the event after winning early, but came unstuck during race three off Wynyard Point.

One Kiwi sailor and one French sailor were taken to shore in Auckland, both conscious and alert. Their identities have not yet been confirmed.

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Ahead of the festival's final outing, we invited Festival Director and co-curator John Minty back to share some favorite memories from over the years as well as some musical highpoints.