America's Cup Bid Realises 17 Year Dream for Tom Slingsby Tom Slingsby's journey to securing the bid for the 2024 America's Cup has been a long and arduous one, spanning over seventeen years.
From his early days as a young sailor competing in local regattas to his current role as helmsman behind Team New Zealand's bid, Slingsby has demonstrated unwavering dedication and perseverance.
Born in Australia but now based in New Zealand, Slingsby began competing at a young age and quickly made a name for himself as one of the world's top sailors.