Coldplay draws 57,000 fans to Eden Park as venue manager seeks to double concert capacity

Coldplay performed to a sold-out crowd of 57,000 at Eden Park on Wednesday and will hold two more concerts this week. Venue manager Nick Sautner is seeking to increase the venue's concert capacity from six to twelve events annually. Sautner cites the economic benefits seen in other cities, noting a $20 million boost for Auckland due to Coldplay's shows. He believes the community supports expanding the venue's concert offerings, having successfully hosted major artists in the past. Despite heavy rain in Auckland, Sautner assures fans of a great experience, with around 3,000 staff on site to assist. He emphasizes the importance of utilizing Eden Park for both sports and entertainment.