Giles Scott MBE, is a four-time Finn Gold Cup winner and gold medallist in the Finn Class at the 2016 Summer Olympics in Rio de Janeiro. But how did he get here, as tactician on INEOS Team UK?
Shirley Robertson chats to him in a two part podcast on just that question, and asks him about his America’s Cup dreams.
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Americas Cup
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Ever wondered who does what on the AC75’s? David ‘Freddie’ Carr, grinder on INEOS Team UK takes us through the roles of the team members who sail on their powerful AC75, Brittania.
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The Prada America’s Cup World Series provided the entertainment and the thrills and spills promised. This was the first time that the Defender and Challengers competed against one another on the same race track. It was also the first time that they were measured boat speed for boat speed.
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The fastest America’s Cup event in 170 years starts in Auckland, New Zealand on 17th December. The PRADA America’s Cup World Series runs from 17-19th December and the PRADA Christmas Race is on Sunday 20th. The Race Village was opened on Tuesday amid wonderful traditional fanfare.
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For Max Sirena, skipper of the Luna Rossa Prada Pirelli team challenging for the upcoming America’s Cup trophy, sailing is an obsession. The Prada America’s Cup World Series runs from 17-20 December. Debbie Hathway chats to Max ahead of what promises to be a jaw-dropping spectacle of sailing.
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For four years Emirates Team New Zealand has been a fortress. Most of the operation has been off-limits to media as they prepare to defend the 36th America’s Cup. As the Defender, now more than ever, the pressure is on to keep the Cup in New Zealand
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Peter Burling is no stranger to sailing at the highest level. Whether it’s competing in the Olympics, The Ocean Race or the America’s Cup as pilot of Emirates Team New Zealand. It’s therefore no surprise that he has been recognised for these achievements in the form of one of the most prestigious awards in sailing – the Magnus Olsson Prize.
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Panerai is recognised as one of the world’s top manufacturers of beautiful yet practical time pieces. As a partner to Luna Rossa, Challenger on Record in the 36th America’s Cup, they have our vote as both an iconic and desirable brand. We’ve chosen our top Panerai water resistant pieces in preparation for the day when we can get out on the water again, be it for racing or just to enjoy a lovely day out on a boat.
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South African sailor Michael Giles has racked up quite a winning résumé in both offshore and inshore sailing during his more than 35-year career on the water. He has also lent his considerable expertise to project-managing boat builds, offering logistical support to racing teams and individuals, and provisioning teams for ocean-crossing ventures. S+L caught up with him to find out how he juggles these roles and what’s coming next.
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It’s finally here! The 2019 Superyacht Cup has hit Palma. The preparations are done, the crew have gathered – it’s time to race.
