Peter Burling has been cleared to lead New Zealand at this weekend’s SailGP grand final in Abu Dhabi after receiving medical approval following a finger injury sustained during training.
The Black Foils captain will compete as the top teams face tricky light winds and a tight course, with US$2 million on the line in the season’s winner-takes-all finale.
Britain lead the standings ahead of New Zealand and Australia, while last year’s champions Spain hope favourable conditions will help them break into the top three.
With rising global interest — boosted by celebrity team owners like Hugh Jackman and Ryan Reynolds — competitors say the level of racing is higher than ever.
