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EPISODE · May 1, 2026 · 30 MIN

From Caribbean Reefs to America’s Cup Capsizes - Meet NorthStar's Newest Grinder Alex Sinclair

from Pursuing Polaris - The NorthStar SailGP Team Podcast

In this episode of Pursuing Polaris, host Tom Ramshaw sits down with the NorthStar SailGP Team’s newest powerhouse, Alex Sinclair. From his early days as a "nipper" on the docks of Antigua to surviving the dramatic American Magic crash in the America’s Cup, Alex shares the grit required to compete at the sport's pinnacle. He recounts the harrowing effort to keep a sinking boat afloat, remarking, "We did everything we could to keep the dream alive". Now at the G1 handles for Team Canada, Alex discusses his "nationally confused" background and the instinctual chemistry needed to drive the F50 to success. This conversation is a deep dive into the resilience of a professional grinder.

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