Black Magic proved unbeatable in the finals.
Joining the United States as the only other nation to defend the America's Cup, Team New Zealand -- its boat and its crew -- was so much better than the competition that it's questionable whether it is beatable in the next event. ESPN's Gary Jobson says anyone hoping to challenge New Zealand should start working now, because the Kiwis aren't going to rest after routing Italy 5-0.
Future challengers: Start now
New Zealand Time:
5:54 PM Mar 06
United States Time:
11:54 PM Mar 05 ET
RACE DATE WINNER FINAL DELTA
one 2/20 New Zealand 1:17
two 2/22 New Zealand 2:43
three 2/26 New Zealand 1:39
four 3/1 New Zealand 1:49
five 3/2 New Zealand --
       
Prada begins preparing for 2003
Prada buys two boats from Young America as it looks forward to the next America's Cup.

Conner dispels rumors
Dennis Conner a Kiwi? He says he probably won't be a candidate for New Zealand in 2003 if it beats Prada.

Kiwi skipper gives up his spot
Coutts takes himself off Black Magic
New Zealand sweeps to win Cup
New Zealand crosses the finish line to complete the sweep.
avi: 666 k Real: 56.6 | ISDN

New Zealand sweeps to win Cup
The celebration begins Down Under as New Zealand goes to harbor.
avi: 844 k Real: 56.6 | ISDN
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