America's Cup 2021: Profiles - Andrew Campbell (NYYC American Magic)

  • 01/01/2021

ANDREW CAMPBELL  

Born: February 3, 1984 (36)

Role: NYYC American Magic flight control 

America's Cup campaigns: 1

Campbell will be competing in his first America's Cup campaign as flight controller with American Magic. 

He came through the US college system, where he attended Georgetown University in Washington DC and dominated over his four years, winning three single-handed national titles.

Campbell was named an all-American four consecutive years, male Sailing Athlete of the Year in 2002 and 2005, and College Sailor of the Year in 2006, while Sports Illustrated placed him 10th on their list of Georgetown's all-time athletes.

The 36-year-old made a successful start to his professional career with silver medals at the 2013 world championships and 2010 European championships in the Star class.