From cyclor to helmsman: GB1's Ben Cornish on his big career break in Cagliari

Ben Cornish raced the last America’s Cup Match as a cyclor aboard the British AC75. This weekend he’s in the port driving seat in the GB1 AC40 at the first preliminary regatta of AC38 in Cagliari.

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In this story (10 minute read):

– How Cornish earned his reputation as the British team’s Swiss Army knife

– His dual role as cyclor and flight controller during AC37

– How his coaching role in SailGP helps in the America’s Cup

– The character differences between him and Dylan Fletcher

– The importance of trust aboard an AC40 in the heat of battle

– How the Brits have adapted their training ahead of this fleet racing event

– Why the Cagliari event matters

– The GB1 team’s performance aspirations for the weekend