June 7, 1964

“I was more scared on BMWOracle’s big trimaran than I was at any time during the Volvo Ocean Race. It wasn’t just a little scary. It was scary.”

January 2, 1929

“Once I’m in my Sonar, the aches and pains go away.”

February 20, 1935

“In any competitive endeavor, success goes to those who most want to succeed.”

September 24, 1785

“Although it would be most agreeable to me that this race should be for a cup of limited value…I am willing to stake upon the issue any sum not to exceed 10,000 guineas.”

August 7, 1909

“Don’t forget your storm sails are for storms. When it’s blowing 60, small is beautifu

November 2, 1955

“Fifty three years later, it’s still special — I just really enjoy sailing the Star Boat.”

April 8, 1955

“In the stands at an NFL game I’ve heard a kid ask his father, ‘Where’s the yellow line?’”

October 6, 1900

“There’s a difference between rounding a mark and passing a mark.”

March 10, 1918

“We still bring up our youngsters in tame, relatively heavy boats.”