Episode 6 and 7 of SailGP‘s Racing on the Edge series features two of sailing’s greats, Tom Slingsby and Sir Ben Ainslie. Watch their season 2 highlights, challenges and the on-going rivalry that keeps them pushing for victory.
Episode 6
This episode of the behind-the-scenes docuseries shows Tom Slingsby’s road to redemption after being defeated on home waters by Ben Ainslie in 2020. Tom redeemed himself and the team by winning their home event in Sydney in December 2021.
Episode 7
As the most decorated sailor in Olympic history, Sir Ben Ainslie knows a thing or two about lessons that can be applied to life as well as sport. The Great Britain SailGP Team driver & CEO takes us through some of the moments in his career that have made him the athlete and man he is today.
Tour an F50
Have you ever wondered what happens on an F50 during racing? Who does what onboard? Wing trimmer Iain Jensen takes you on a tour of the Great Britain SailGP Team’s F50 Rita. We can only imagine how complicated these boats are to fly.
