Erik Heil is an experienced sailing professional who attracts attention not only because of his impressive career in the sailing world, but also because of his commitment to environmental and social issues.
In this episode, he talks to podcast host Timm Kruse about the challenges and fascination of the SailGP, the dynamics and costs of such spectacular sailing campaigns and the importance of teamwork in this highly competitive environment. The sailing professional addresses the following questions, among others:
- What specific challenges does the SailGP pose for participants, and how do teams like Erik Heil's deal with them?
- How do the limited training times affect the teams' preparation and performance in the SailGP?
- What role do data and video analyses from other teams play in strategy development for Erik Heil's team?
Erik Heil will also share his personal experiences and his team's strategic decisions with the audience. The two-time Olympic bronze medallist will also explain how and why his team focuses on mental health and what role sustainability plays at the SailGP.
These topics await you:
- Challenges and costs of a SailGP campaign
- Changes in the team and effects on performance
- Environmental friendliness and criticism of SailGP's sustainability
- Collaboration and influence of personalities such as Sebastian Vettel
Here you can listen to the YACHT sailing podcast with Erik Heil
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