Jimmy Spithill, "l'italiano". Il campione australiano a ruota libera: Sail Gp, Coppa e sul calcio...

"I miss fighting on the water, but now it's time to focus on land-based activities to change our sport." We met James Spithill during the 2026 Sailor of the Year awards ceremony at Marina Cala de' Medici. The 46-year-old Australian told us all about the Sail GP and how the Red Bull Sail ITA season is going, of which he is CEO (and also on the sailing roster if needed...). He also talked about his prospects for next year, which will see the return of the Formula 1 sailing circuit to Italy with the Rome Grand Prix. We also talked about the America's Cup, the Olympics, the Round the World Cup, and... football. The support and passion, inspired by football, is exactly what Jimmy would like to bring to sailing. #sailgp #sailing #sail DISCLAIMER This video was created for educational purposes. Il Giornale della Vela and the authors of the videos assume no responsibility for the use of the content of this video. The rights to the images and footage remain with their respective owners, and are displayed in the credits. If your photo or footage appears in the video and you are not listed in the credits, please notify us immediately. Since 1974, Panama Editore has been covering the world of sailing and tourism through print and digital publications; information and service websites; events, e-commerce, and educational activities. Il Giornale della Vela, Italy's leading sailing magazine, and the website www.giornaledellavela.com are at your disposal for information and content updated daily on cruises, regattas, shipbuilding, market news, and boat trials. VIDEO CREDIT Luca Sordelli