Kuba Staite, member of the Athena Pathway Youth Squad, takes centre stage at the Youth Squad Zone on the Parade at Cowes today, fielding questions about his development journey and how he earned his place sailing alongside Sir Ben Ainslie at North Sails Cowes Week.
The Q&A kicks off at 4.30pm and also features newly announced GB1 team member and helm Dylan Fletcher.
The Athena Pathway exists to fast-track Britain's next generation of elite sailors, offering unrivalled opportunities to compete alongside world-class athletes.
Earlier in the afternoon, the GB1 America's Cup Fanzone at Cowes Yacht Haven hosts its own meet-and-greet from 4pm. Ben Cornish, Finn World Cup champion and three-times America's Cup sailor, will be on hand, with Fletcher dropping by as well. Autographs and photos are on offer.
North Sails Cowes Week wraps up on Friday 7 August.
