Team New Zealand is taking it one race at a time as it edges closer to retaining the America's Cup

The defender leads the best of 13 race series 5-3 heading into race nine and 10 this afternoon.

Light winds are forecast which could make it tricky for racing, with race director Iain Murray admitting they're taking a gamble by selecting course C.

Helmsman Peter Burling is taking nothing for granted despite the score, insisting they have to get better.



NEWSTALK ZB'S COVERAGE OF THE 36TH AMERICA'S CUP WITH PANASONIC - THE OFFICIAL ELECTRONICS SUPPLIER OF EMIRATES TEAM NEW ZEALAND