Matteo Barker
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Matteo Barker is a talented young sailor who recently won the overall open fleet at the Optimist National Championships. He is the son of former Emirates Team NZ and American Magic America’s Cup helmsman Dean Barker, and his success at a young age highlights his promising future in competitive sailing.
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Matteo Barker finished seventh in the overall standings at the regatta.
Sailing: Kiwi crews claim championships after impressive run in Germany regattas – On The UpThe New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·
New Zealand· 2026-07-13
New Zealand· 2026-07-13
This year’s overall open fleet was won by reigning champion Matteo Barker, the son of former Emirates Team NZ and American Magic America’s Cup helmsman Dean Barker.
Peter Burling makes surprise appearance at young sailors’ Optimist National ChampionshipsThe New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New Zealand· 2025-04-17
New Zealand· 2025-04-17
