Sail GP cost Auckland more than $1 million. 

"When you're using ratepayers or taxpayers money it needs to be really clear what the return on investment is," AUT Sailing Professor Mark Orams said. 

So how much money is Sail GP making and what is its long-term plan in the shadow of the America's Cup? 

Orams joins talks to Matt and Tyler about what the tournament does for Auckland, where its off to next, and how it compares to rugby. 

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