SAN FRANCISCO (Reuters) - Televised coverage of turbocharged 72-foot catamarans vying for the 34th America's Cup has changed the channel from boring to thrilling on yacht racing.
At least 1 million U.S. viewers tuned in for the opening races when Emirates Team New Zealand took on Oracle Team USA earlier this month. The number surpassed expectations but still pales in comparison to mainstream sports.
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