Sixteen years ago, Paul Foerster and Kevin Burnham of the U.S. Olympic Sailing Team captured the gold medal in the Men's 470 at the 2004 Olympic Games in Athens over the 27-boat fleet. Foerster, a four-time Olympian, and Burnham, a three-time Olympian, had both medaled in the Olympics before. In three prior trips to the Olympic Games ('88, '92 and '00), Foerster had won two silver medals in the Flying Dutchman ('92), and the 470 ('00). Burnham earned a silver in the Men's 470 class in 1992. Foerster and Burnham joined forces in pursuit of a gold medal in 2004 and the pair succeeded triumphantly. With the win, Burnham became the oldest gold medal winner of all Team USA athletes at the 2004 Games. Foerster and Burnham were named Rolex Yachtsman of the Year for their gold medal performance. Gary Jobson catches up with these Olympic champions to reflect on their historic win and learn more about how they are engaging with the sport of sailing today.

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The ocean gives us life, and our Skippers are here to remind us why it’s worth protecting. 🌎🌊 From awe-inspiring encounters to moments of connection, Skippers Chole, D'amy, and Maya share what fuels their love for the sea—and their mission to safeguard it. Now it's your turn! What about the ocean fills you with wonder? Drop it in the comments. #OceanActionMonth #Skippers #ProtectWhatYouLove

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THE OCEAN TOGETHER Three Southern Wind yachts together for an unforgettable crossing. SW94 Aragon, SW96 Liberty, and SW110 Thalima just met again off Gibraltar, each sailing her course from the Caribbean to the Med. They shared the horizon in the Horta anchorage, and now again at the gateway to the Mediterranean. Alone is nice, but together is special.

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