Russell Coutts
Sir Russell Coutts is a renowned New Zealand yachtsman and sailing executive, best known for his achievements in the America's Cup, where he has led teams to multiple victories. With a distinguished sailing career that includes winning the prestigious event three times, Coutts has transitioned into a leadership role as the CEO of SailGP, a global sailing competition. His vision for the sport includes expanding its international presence and ensuring its sustainability through strategic partnerships and events. Recently, he expressed optimism about a potential six-season agreement for SailGP to return to Auckland, highlighting the success and economic impact of past events in the region.
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Recent news mentions
Sir Russell Coutts explains the split-fleet change after a crash in SailGP.
SailGP Auckland: Sir Russell Coutts explains split-fleet change after crash
New Zealand· 2026-02-15
SailGP founder and chief executive Russell Coutts discussed plans for expanding the fleet.
Sailor suffers compound fractures to both legs following horror SailGP crash
Australia· 2026-02-14
Sir Russell Coutts’ SailGP decamped for Spain.
Sir Peter Beck’s fortune surges to $6.2b as Rocket Lab shares soarNew Zealand· 2025-10-17
Russell Coutts is a co-founder of the Sail GP and praised the event's debut.
«Formel 1 des Segelns» meistert Schweizer Premiere
Switzerland· 2025-09-21
Russell Coutts, CEO of SailGP, stated that destinations like New York and Saint-Tropez have become key events in the Rolex SailGP calendar.
Le circuit mondial des F1 de la mer confirme le Grand Prix de Saint-Tropez en 2026
Monaco· 2025-06-26
Russell Coutts is a sailing legend and co-founder of Sail GP.
Segel-Spektakel vor Manhattan und der FreiheitsstatueSwitzerland· 2025-06-11
Burling and Tuke are racing right now in Larry Ellison’s and Coutts’ SailGP series.
Burling and Team NZ: Questions raised by skipper’s exitNew Zealand· 2025-04-12
Russell Coutts aims to bring an annual yachting contest to Auckland.
Simon Wilson: Can Wayne Brown’s 10 steps to success save us from dumb density decisions or help Auckland FC into a new home?New Zealand· 2025-03-21
Coutts is hopeful of a six-season agreement to return to Auckland for SailGP events.
SailGP: Sir Russell Coutts hopeful of six-season agreement to return to AucklandNew Zealand· 2025-03-15