Eight Bells: Peter Lester

Peter Lester is being remembered as one of New Zealand’s finest sailors and most respected voices in the sport after dying suddenly August 8, aged 70, a day after being discharged from hospital following heart surgery.

Lester’s career spanned world championship victories, multiple America’s Cup campaigns, Olympic coaching roles, and a broadcasting tenure that brought sailing to a wide audience with his trademark clarity, insight, and infectious enthusiasm. – Full report