The Inside Tack Athena

In this episode of "Inside Tack," we meet two remarkable America's Cup 'cyclors': Neil Hunter, now in his third America's Cup who transitioned from a traditional Grinder to a Cyclor whilst still being a world leading Grinder in SailGP, and Ryan Todhunter, who made the leap from rowing to sailing. Discover how these athletes power the hydraulics to control the sails by cycling and hear their insights on the intense physical demands, teamwork, and technology behind the scenes of the world's most prestigious sailing competition. Tune in for a fascinating conversation about the evolution of roles in America’s Cup sailing and what it takes to compete at the highest level.

In this episode of "Inside Tack," we dive further into the world of America's Cup with two pivotal shore team members: Andrew 'Hendo' Henderson and Sophie Heritage. Hendo, a veteran in his fifth America's Cup, brings a wealth of experience as the shore team lead, while Sophie, Boat Captain for the youth and women's teams, embarks on her first campaign. Join us as we explore their unique roles, the challenges they face, and the journey that brought them to this iconic sailing competition. It's an insightful look into the behind-the-scenes work that makes racing these extreme America's Cup foiling monohulls possible.

Get to know some of the Olympic Gold Medal winners in our team as we talk everything Olympic Gold with Giles Scott, Saskia Clark and Matt Gotrel. Delve into the exhilarating world of sailing (and rowing) as these extraordinary athletes share their journeys to victory, the challenges they've overcome, and the relentless pursuit of excellence that defines their careers. Gain insights into the mindset of champions, the thrill of competition, and the camaraderie forged on the Olympic journey. Whether you're a sailing enthusiast or simply inspired by tales of triumph, this episode promises to ignite your passion sport and leave you cheering for more.

Introducing the all-new Inside Tack Podcast bringing together all of the teams across Athena Racing. Join Freddie Carr as he delves into the world of high performance sailing, bringing you the grit, rigour and humour of sport.