Emirates Team New Zealand (ETNZ) is a renowned sailing team representing the Royal New Zealand Yacht Squadron, based in Auckland, New Zealand. Founded in 1993, the team quickly rose to prominence in the world of competitive sailing. ETNZ first won the America's Cup in 1995 under the leadership of Sir Peter Blake and successfully defended it in 2000, marking the first time a team outside of America had defended the Cup. The team is known for its extreme team unity, resilience, and innovation.
ETNZ reclaimed the America's Cup in 2017 in Bermuda, utilizing revolutionary foiling technology, and defended the title again in 2021 in Auckland. The team continues to be a leading force in competitive sailing, known for its cutting-edge designs and a relentless pursuit of excellence. Matteo de Nora is the principal, and Peter Burling is the helmsman. The yacht used by the team is named Te Rehutai. Emirates is a long-standing partner, with their naming rights sponsorship recently renewed.