He along with everyone else on board were paid big money for their skills. Totally agree he made the difference in taking the cup. Technology won the race. For our small country we will always punch above our weight and go for gold ... we're a hearty people we'll be back. I just hope that it becomes more affordable for other countries to participate as well. There isn't a yacht race in the world where you won't find a kiwi sailor after all we're only 1hr drive away from any beach in New Zealand its in our blood.
"AHAKOA HE UAUA, KIA KAHA, KIA TOA, KIA MANAWANUI!!!"
translated it means : "Although there maybe difficulties, be strong, be brave and take heart"