Best known as "The Voice of the America's Cup" he revolutionised the media coverage of yachting, covering 11, soon to be 12 America’s Cup regattas, along with nine Olympic Games, Round the World races, and numerous international regattas.
His many accolades include broadcaster of the year, Communicator of the Year, Yachtsman of the Year, Sport and Recreation NZ lifetime contribution to journalism, and he was made a Member of the Order of the British Empire in 2005.
He was Simon Barnett and Phil Gifford's guest for this weeks' Six and a Song.
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