What nationality is Ben Ainslie?
British
Ben Ainslie/Nationality
Ben Ainslie, in full Sir Charles Benedict Ainslie, (born February 5, 1977, Macclesfield, Cheshire, England), British sailing champion who became the most-decorated Olympic mariner of all time when he captured his fourth career gold medal (fifth medal overall) at the 2012 Games in London.
What was Ben Ainslie knighted for?
In recognition of his remarkable Olympic career, Ben was knighted in 2013, of which he admits was ‘the proudest moment of my life’. The America’s Cup has provided Ben a new challenge to focus on and he is currently heading the British bid for the Cup as the team principal and skipper of INEOS TEAM UK.
Is Ben Ainslie the best sailor in the world?
Having won four consecutive gold medals, Ben Ainslie is quite simply the most successful Olympic sailor of all time, and one of Britain’s best Olympians.
Why are Ben Ainsleys boats called Rita?
The origins of the name date back to 1992, when Ainslie’s mother visited St Rita’s church during the Optimist World Championships in Tenerife. She brought back a badge and sewed it to her son’s lifejacket. 25 years later, Ainslie hopes that St Rita will continue to bring him good luck.
What does Georgie Thompson do now?
Georgie was a regular panelist on A League of Their Own, and since leaving Sky Sports News the 43-year-old has worked for Fox Sports and BBC Radio Five Live. She married Olympic sailor Ben Ainslie in 2014, having also famously dated Declan Donnelly, one half of Ant and Dec.
When did Ben Ainslie take part in the World Race?
Ben Ainslie began sailing because it was in the family; his father, Roddy Ainslie had skippered a boat in the first ever, crewed round the world race in 1972.
Who was the greatest sailor?
The Top 6 Greatest Sailors Living Today
- #6 Robin Lee Graham. We can’t imagine a single sailor who best captures the idealism and adventurous spirit of a youth living out at sea than Robin Lee Graham.
- #5 Jessica Watson.
- #4 Ben Ainslie.
- #3 Ellen MacArthur.
- #2 Robin Knox-Johnston.
- #1 Paul Elvstrøm.
Who is the most successful sailor?
Sir Charles Benedict Ainslie CBE
Sir Charles Benedict Ainslie CBE (born 5 February 1977) is a British competitive sailor. Ainslie is the most successful sailor in Olympic history. He won medals at five consecutive Olympics from 1996 onwards, including gold at the four consecutive Games (Sydney, Athens, Beijing & London) held between 2000 and 2012.