Michael Menninger Joins U.S. SailGP Team

The U.S. SailGP Team has signed Michael Menninger ahead of the New York Sail Grand Prix

Published 04/2/2025

The U.S. SailGP Team has strengthened its roster by adding Michael Menninger ahead of the New York Sail Grand Prix.

Menninger boasts an impressive resume, including racing in the 37th edition of the America’s Cup in 2024 as a wing trimmer. An alumnus of St. Mary’s College, Menninger was a three-time All American, two-time National Champion, as well as a finalist for Inter-Collegiate Sailing Association (ISCA) College Sailor of the Year.

A former helmsman of the Red Bull Youth America’s Cup, Menninger is a Match Racing World Champion, Team Racing World Champion and four-time Etchells World Champion. He is also a two-time Governor's Cup winner.

CEO, Co-Owner and Strategist Mike Buckley said of Menninger’s addition: “Michael brings valuable experience and relevant skills from the America’s Cup that we believe will be a great addition to the team.”

Menninger will officially start with the U.S. SailGP Team for the Mubadala New York Sail Grand Prix on June 7-8.

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