Helmsman: Jim Turner
Class: TP52 & IACC
Nationality: British
Crewmate/s: Multiple
Favourite item of Gill Kit: Breathable Kevlar & Leather Boots

Profile

Following World, European & National Championship wins in classes such as the Fireball, International 14 & Flying Fifteen, Jim moved into sailing keelboats. From then on he has been racing at the highest level, including two Americas Cup campaigns, the World Match Racing Tour and Audi Medcup circuits.

Achievements

• Shortlisted for British Yachtsman of the Year, 2 times
• Omega Achievement Award Winner
• Fireball World & UK National Champion, 2 times
• 2007, Americas Cup – Areva Challenge
• 2002/2003, Americas Cup – GBR Challenge
• Louis Vuitton Trophy Finalist – Synergy Sailing Team
• Bermuda Gold Cup Winner
• Fireball European Champion
• International 14 European Champion
• Flying Fifteen UK National Champion

2012 Race Campaigns

Olympics, Star Class, Team NZL