Tom Slingsby
CEO and Driver, Australia SailGP Team · Australia
Tom Slingsby is the CEO of Australia SailGP Team. Slingsby is based in Australia. Slingsby was born in 1984 in Sydney and educated at St Edward's Christian Brothers' College.
Australian competitive sailor born September 5, 1984, who won Olympic gold in the Laser class at London 2012 and three consecutive world championships. Since founding the Australia SailGP Team in 2019, he has led them to three SailGP championships and was previously strategist for Oracle Team USA's 2013 America's Cup victory.
Recent developments
AI summary of recent coverageRecent coverage has focused on Tom Slingsby's Australia SailGP Team's competitive performances in the 2026 season, including multiple victories at events in Bermuda and New York that extended their championship lead. The headlines also reflect Slingsby's selection as part of Australia's America's Cup challenge team alongside other sailing veterans, marking the country's return to the competition after more than 25 years. Additionally, coverage has noted a Disney+ docuseries following the Australian team and its high-profile co-owners, as well as a setback when Spain defeated Australia's historic bid in a Halifax event.
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Key Facts
Source: Wikidata ↗- Born
- September 5, 1984 · Sydney
- Citizenship
- Australia
- Education
- St Edward's Christian Brothers' College
- Awards
- Medal of the Order of Australia
Our coverage
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Tom Slingsby: FAQ
- Who is Tom Slingsby?
- Tom Slingsby is the CEO and Driver of Australia SailGP Team, based in Australia.
- What company does Tom Slingsby lead?
- Tom Slingsby is CEO of Australia SailGP Team.
- Where was Tom Slingsby educated?
- Tom Slingsby studied at St Edward's Christian Brothers' College.