THE STORY
On April 16, 2021, during a practice session in Bermuda's Great Sound, the United States SailGP Team's F50 catamaran capsized after the Australian team, helmed by Tom Slingsby, inadvertently caused the incident. The Australian crew was training on the U.S. boat when the capsize occurred, leading to damage to the top of the wing. (bernews.com)
TEAMS / PEOPLE:
United States SailGP Team
WHY IT MATTERS
This incident underscores the risks inherent in high-speed sailing and the importance of thorough training and equipment handling.