By Phil Matier

SAN FRANCISCO, CA - SEPTEMBER 25: Oracle Team USA skippered by James Spithill races against Emirates Team New Zealand skippered by Dean Barker during the final race of the America's Cup Finals on September 25, 2013 in San Francisco, California. Team USA capped an improbable comeback today, coming from 8-1 down early in the series to Team New Zealand to win eight consecutive races for the Cup.
(photo courtesy of C.Flanigan/imageSPACE)
(photo courtesy of C.Flanigan/imageSPACE)
SAN FRANCISCO (KCBS) — Crowds thronged to the waterfront on Wednesday to watch the winner-take-all America’s Cup race won by Oracle Team USA. The event drew so many spectators that officials had to close off Pier 27 because it was too crowded.
Everybody likes a good finish, which is why it took the crowds so long to materialize. The race really heated up in the last week or so, with a make it or break it day right at the end. People just didn’t go back to work after lunch, they headed to the pier. And it was a great day despite the terrible parking and ridiculous traffic.

Phil MatierWhether it's politics, personalities or analysis Phil Matier is one of best informed insiders in the Bay Area.
EMAIL: Phil Matier
AUDIO PODCASTS:...More from Phil Matier