Conny van Rietschoten

Dutch sailor and two-time Admiral's Cup winner

Conny van Rietschoten - Dutch sailor and two-time Admiral's Cup winner
Born

1926
99 years ago

Died

December 17th, 2013
11 years ago — 87 years old

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Netherlands

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A prominent figure in sailing, achieved significant success in competitive yacht racing. Captained the Sayonara, winning the Admiral's Cup in 1979 and 1981. Excelled in international competitions and gained recognition for skill in large yacht racing. Also participated in the Whitbread Round the World Race and contributed to the development of the sailing community in the Netherlands.

Won the Admiral's Cup in 1979

Won the Admiral's Cup in 1981

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