ZHIK TEAM
The Zhik Team is a collection of athletes ranging from Olympic Medalists and World Champions to round-the-world ocean race winners.
With their feedback and involvement, we are able to constantly develop new and innovative products which continue to push the boundaries. Discover their stories, stats, achievements and more.
Jean-Baptiste Bernaz
Country: France
Class: ILCA - International Laser Class Association
Achievements: World Champion and 4 Olympic Games
Overview: With four Olympics and many World Championship events under his belt, Jean-Baptiste is no stranger to the ICLA class and being at the front of the fleet.
Marit Bouwmeester
Country: Netherlands
Class: ILCA - International Laser Class Association
Achievements: 4 x World Champion and triple Olympic Medallist
Overview: Marit Bouwmeester has been a formidable force in the Women’s Laser Radial Class. Since 2011 when she won her first World Championship, Marit has since moved from strength to strength winning three more World Championships, a silver medal at the London Olympics, gold at the Rio Olympics, bronze at the Tokyo Olympics, and crowned World Sailor of the Year in 2017.
Marit became the first female Dutch Olympic sailing champion in eighty years when she claimed gold at the Rio Olympics.
Philip Buhl
Country: Germany
Class: ILCA - International Laser Class Association
Achievements: 4 x World Champion and 3 Olympic Games
Overview: Multiple Olympic Games competitor and World Champion in the ILCA Class, Philipp is continuing to give his all as he climbs the world rankings along with venturing into the International Moth Class.
Diego Botin & Florian Trittel
Country: Spain
Class: 49er
Achievements: 2X Silver medals at the 49er World Championships
Overview: Dynamic Spanish duo who are not only pushing for Paris 2024 but also part of the core team for SailGP Spain.
Paul Goodison
Country: Great Britain
Class: Moth Class, Americas Cup and SailGP F50
Achievements: Olympic Gold Medallist, 6X Laser World Champion
Overview: Olympic gold medallist, multiple World Champion, and Americas Cup sailor, Paul is a well-known top-level athlete around the world.
Mari Erdi
Country: Hungary
Class: ILCA - International Laser Class Association
Achievements: 4 x World Champion and 2 Olympic Games
Overview: Hungarian double Olympic ILCA sailor who climbed the world rankings at a very young age Hungarian double Olympic ILCA sailor who climbed the world rankings at a very young age. With determination she is working towards competing at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games.
James Harayda - Gentoo Sailing
Country: Great Britain
Class: IMOCA Ocean Racing
Achievements: Youngest skipper in the IMOCA Globe Series
Overview: Young solo ocean racer taking on the world's best in the IMOCA Class.
Hattie Rogers
Country: Great Britain
Class: Moth, Switch, America’s Cup AC40
Achievements: YJA Yachtsman of the Year, 2x World Champion in Moth & WASZP, 2nd Puig Women’s America’s Cup
Overview: An energetic foiling sailor who is quickly climbing the ranks of the world's best female sailors.
Team Paprec Arkea - Yoann Richomme
Country: France
Class: IMOCA
Achievements: Multiple podiums in offshore racing, including 2X victories at the Route du Rhum
Overview: Solo offshore sailing team pushing the boundaries in long distance ocean racing.
Jordi Xammar & Nora Brugman
Country: Spain
Class: 470
Achievements: Multiple podiums at international events spanning multiple classes. Jordi having earned Bronze at Tokyo 2020.
Overview: Dynamic Spanish duo campaigning for Gold at Paris 2024
Ravi Parent
Country: USA
Class: A-Cat, F18
Achievements: 2022 Rolex Yachtsman of the Year, 2x World Champion
Overview: Ravi holds a strong resume as a multiple World and National Champion sailor and the 2022 US Sailing Rolex Yachtsman of the Year. His Engineering background allows him to apply a refined technical approach to racing that has proven successful across multiple classes.
Xavier Doerr
Country: Australia
Class: IMOCA, Mini Transat and more
Overview: Youthful and brimming with energy, Xavier is a rising star in the world of yachting, relentlessly driven to shatter records and explore uncharted horizons.
Dee Caffari
Country: United Kingdom
Achievements: First woman to sail around the world, non-stop, unassisted in both directions.
Overview: One of the world's leading yachtswomen, Dee has completed many of the worlds leading offshore races, including the Vendée Globe.
Jake Pye
Country: New Zealand
Class: Moth
Achievements: Winner of 2023 UK Moth Open
Overview: At only 17 years old, Jake's victory at the 2023 UK World Moth Open showcases his immense potential as a young sailor. His triumph marks the beginning of what promises to be a remarkable career in sailing.
CJ Perez
Country: United States Of America
Class: SailGP, Moth, 69F
Achievements: Open Bic World Champion, USA Waszp Champion
Overview: A rising star in the world of foiling, CJ is rapidly making her mark among the best female sailors globally.
Team Simmons Sailing
Country: Australia
Class: Optimist, Waszp
Achievements:
Overview: Brothers who have taken the Australian youth sailing scene by storm.
Jérémie Mion
Country: France
Class: 470
Achievements: Represented France at Rio 2016, Tokoyo 2020 & Paris 2024.
Overview: Olympic veteran who has contested in the past 3 Olympic events in Mixed Dinghy, 470 Men & Two person Dinghy.
Fantela Sailing
Country: Croatia
Class: 49er
Achievements: Gold at Rio 2016 as well as multiple world championship wins in the 470 class.
Overview: Family duo that is now taking the 49er class by storm.
Erik Aanderaa
Country: Norway
Overview: Erik Aanderaa, a seasoned sailor and adventurer, continues to capture the spirit of the sea through his daring journeys. Known for his solo sailing expeditions in challenging conditions, Erik's fearless approach and maritime expertise have earned him a respected place in the sailing community. With each voyage, he inspires fellow sailors and enthusiasts, embodying the essence of true nautical exploration.
Australian Sailing Team
Overview: The Australian Olympic Sailing Team is in full preparation mode for the upcoming Paris 2024 Olympics and beyond. With their sights set on success, the team is working hard to represent their country on the international stage and continue their legacy of excellence in sailing.
Danish Sailing Team
Overview: The Danish Olympic Sailing Team is diligently gearing up for the challenges of the Paris 2024 Olympics and beyond. With unwavering determination, the team is dedicated to showcasing their skills on the global sailing platform and maintaining Denmark's strong sailing tradition of achievement and competitiveness.
SailGP New Zealand
Overview: Olympic gold medallists and reigning America’s Cup champions Peter Burling and Blair Tuke head up the New Zealand SailGP Team, which began its SailGP career in April 2021. The Kiwis race with purpose, supporting its Race for the Future charity partner Live Ocean - the marine conservation organization founded by Burling and Tuke. At the heart of the team is the mission of racing for a healthy ocean, and the global platform of SailGP is a powerful way to take the message of ocean restoration and protection to the world.
SailGP United States
Overview: One of the six original SailGP teams to kick off the league, the United States was acquired by prestigious new owners and investors across U.S. professional sports, entertainment and business, midway through Season 4. On the leading edge of the sport, the team is driven by seven-time world champion sailor Taylor Canfield and on a mission to carry their passion for American sailing into the mainstream.
SailGP Canada
Overview: SailGP Team Canada, guided by the experienced skipper Phil Robertson, charts a course that marries determination and skill in the SailGP championship series. Their crew is recognized for their strategic finesse, embarking on each race with a meticulous approach that balances innovation and heritage. Under Robertson's leadership, and with the team's adeptness in navigating wind and water dynamics, they surge ahead in the realm of competitive sailing.
