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Laura Daniel takes a unique look at what boats could be like in next America's Cup

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What kind of crafts will the world’s top sailors be racing? (Source: Other)

Now that New Zealand has the America's Cup firmly in its grasp Aotearoa's looking to the next challenge in the next few years.

So what kind of craft will they be racing?

Seven Sharp sent reporter and comedian Laura Daniel to scope out the options.

Check out the interesting ideas she came back with in the video above.

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