Dennis Conner — American Athlete born on December 16, 1942,

Dennis Conner is an American yachtsman, known as "Mr. America's Cup". He is noted for winning the bronze medal at the 1976 Olympics, two Star World Championships, and four wins in the America's Cup... (wikipedia)

My goal in sailing isn't to be brilliant or flashy in individual races, just to be consistent over the long run.
Design has taken the place of what sailing used to be.