Blair Tuke
Blair Tuke is a renowned New Zealand sailor and Olympic gold medalist, best known for his achievements in the 49er class alongside teammate Peter Burling. Tuke has been instrumental in the success of Emirates Team New Zealand, contributing to their victories in the America's Cup. His expertise in high-performance sailing has made him a key figure in the sport, and he continues to compete at the highest levels, representing New Zealand in international sailing events.
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Recent news mentions
Blair Tuke is involved with the Black Foils.
America’s Cup v SailGP: British helmsman Dylan Fletcher on juggling duties as calendar packs out
New Zealand· 2026-02-24
Blair Tuke expressed the importance of supporting the team after the incident.
SailGP Auckland crash: Peter Burling, Blair Tuke reflect on Black Foils collision with FranceNew Zealand· 2026-02-19
Blair Tuke provided a calm demeanor and unique sense of humor to the team after the crash.
SailGP Auckland crash: Black Foils’ Blair Tuke and Peter Burling front media after scary collision with FranceNew Zealand· 2026-02-18
Blair Tuke serves as the wing trimmer for the Black Foils team.
SailGP Auckland: Live updates from day one of racing on the Waitematā HarbourNew Zealand· 2026-02-14
Blair Tuke is mentioned alongside Peter Burling as a strong competitor against Dylan Fletcher.
SailGP Auckland: Emirates Great Britain driver Dylan Fletcher on season success ahead of NZ returnNew Zealand· 2026-02-13
Blair Tuke is expecting his first baby with Mikayla Plaw.
Society Insider: Black Foil Blair Tuke and Mikayla Plaw expecting first baby. Plus, meet Auckland’s most eligible singlesNew Zealand· 2026-02-12
Blair Tuke is mentioned as a host on Radio Hauraki who takes sailing.
Radio Hauraki hosts take Blair Tuke sailingNew Zealand· 2026-02-11Blair Tuke is a new teammate of Iain Jensen in Team New Zealand.
America’s Cup: Team New Zealand add Iain Jensen for Naples defenceNew Zealand· 2026-01-30Blair Tuke, co-founder of Live Ocean, emphasizes the importance of supporting a healthy ocean through community involvement.
On The Up: NZ swimmer Jono Ridler to combine sport, ocean conservation in 1609km effortNew Zealand· 2025-12-08
Blair Tuke is part of the Black Foils duo that has a longstanding rivalry with Dylan Fletcher.
SailGP grand final: Black Foils finish third as Great Britain claim season championshipNew Zealand· 2025-11-30
Blair Tuke is a co-CEO and wing trimmer at Black Foils, celebrating 100 days until the ITM New Zealand Sail Grand Prix.
Society Insider: Rich-list property developer Nigel McKenna and wellness entrepreneur Sarisa Nasinprom’s lavish engagement party at Abstract hotelNew Zealand· 2025-11-12
Blair Tuke celebrates new protected marine areas.
'A huge milestone' - Blair Tuke celebrates new protected marine areasNew Zealand· 2025-10-08Blair Tuke served as the wing trimmer for the Black Foils.
SailGP Switzerland: Black Foils start fast, finish slow in opening day on Lake GenevaNew Zealand· 2025-09-20Blair Tuke is the wing trimmer for Team New Zealand in the America’s Cup.
SailGP: Team NZ America’s Cup skipper Nathan Outteridge named as driver for new Swedish teamNew Zealand· 2025-09-20
Tuke is Burling's co-chief executive and co-founder of the Live Ocean Foundation.
Society Insider: Peter and Lucinda Burling’s new life in Italy; Kiwi It Girls in Europe; YouTube star Jesse James opens new Ponsonby Rd barNew Zealand· 2025-07-16
Blair Tuke is a core member of Team New Zealand and has signed on for a fourth campaign to defend the America's Cup.
Golf with Blair Tuke: America’s Cup, SailGP goals and guiding the next generationNew Zealand· 2025-07-01Blair Tuke again stressed the importance of starting well in these regattas.
SailGP New York: Black Foils in contention after mixing good and bad on opening dayNew Zealand· 2025-06-07
Blair Tuke has returned for another campaign with Team New Zealand.
America’s Cup: Team New Zealand announces Naples, Italy, will host 38th edition in 2027New Zealand· 2025-05-15
Tuke is the wing trimmer of the Black Foils – New Zealand’s SailGP Team.
America’s Cup: Key questions after a dramatic start to the 38th editionNew Zealand· 2025-05-05
Blair Tuke emphasizes the need for better attitudes towards how we treat the oceans.
On The Up: Peter Burling and Blair Tuke’s conservation journey and their next big projectNew Zealand· 2025-04-30Burling and Tuke have medalled three times at the Olympics – two silvers and a gold.
Burling and Team NZ: Questions raised by skipper’s exitNew Zealand· 2025-04-12
Blair Tuke is a major supporter of the work to protect the albatrosses.
Longline to extinction: The Kiwi scientists raising the red flag for subantarctic albatrossesNew Zealand· 2025-03-26
Blair Tuke was part of Team New Zealand’s Red Bull Racing youth squad in 2013.
Time capsule discovered hidden in North Shore bungalowNew Zealand· 2025-03-22
Blair Tuke was part of the Emirates Team New Zealand that won with the F50 Aotearoa boat.
SailGP LA: French team name new F50 Aotearoa as sign of respectNew Zealand· 2025-03-14
