Okay it is obvious that Alinghi has no interest in the rules of fair play or even putting on a show for the spectators.

The next America’s Cup Regatta currently held up in court rooms because of Alinghi’s desire to be able to change the rules and remove any competitor whenever they desire.

And yesterday they flew a Maori sovereignty flag off the back of their boat in an aparent attempt to stir up some emotions and controversy.

But todays debarcle takes the cake.

Refusing to race Team NZ.

On the news tonight Dean Barker could only repeat two words: “Pissed Off” over the incident.

Alinghi are claiming that racing would be of no benefit to them. Well even if you are leading the regatta it is still decent to race. Especially when it is a hyped rematch of the final of the last America’s Cup.

It seems Alinghi are running scared when they cannot control the rules for the regatta.