The Superior Sailor Series Newstalk ZB
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Newstalk ZB's D'Arcy Waldegrave talks to some of the movers and shakers from the sailing world to find out just what makes them tick; who their heroes are and what makes them keep coming back for more.
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Superior Sailor Series - Episode Nine: PJ Montgomery
Since 1980 Peter John Montgomery has been enthralling fans with his unique commentary style bringing to life the America's Cup and with it a sport most of us know little about yet are captivated by its beauty.
The 36th America's Cup was PJ's 13th... -
Superior Sailor Series - Episode Eight: Shirley Robertson
Shirley Robertson is one of the greatest female sailors in history.
A two-time Olympic gold medallist, female world sailor of the year and successful broadcaster.
A native of Scotland, Robertson is in New Zealand covering the 36th edition of the... -
Superior Sailor Series - Episode Seven: Bianca Cook
At just the tender age of 28, kiwi sailor Bianca Cook embarked on the journey of a lifetime.
As a member of the Turn the Tide on Plastic team, Bianca sailed around the world competing in the Volvo Ocean Race.
With an eye on leading an all-New Zealand... -
Superior Sailor Series - Episode Six: Brad Butterworth
Brad Butterworth was the tactician that brought the America’s Cup to New Zealand.
After Team New Zealand defended the America’s Cup at the turn of the century, Butterworth along with compatriot Sir Russell Coutts, were lambasted by the public and... -
Superior Sailor Series - Episode Five: Dennis Conner
When you hear the name Dennis Conner the first thing that comes to mind is the America's Cup.
The sometimes-brash American has a long connection with the Auld Mug, so much so his nickname is Mr. America’s Cup.
His determination, trickery and shear... -
Superior Sailor Series - Episode Four: Logan Dunning-Beck and Oscar Gunn
The America's Cup over the past few years has seen monohulls go from slicing through the water to foiling about it.
With the increase in speed and physicality the event is becoming more and more a young sailors game.
Rising stars Logan...