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flag John Bertrand, 1976 Olympic bronze medalist and 1983 America’s Cup hero, received the Barranjoey Pin at a Melbourne sailing camp, honoring his lasting impact on Australian sailing.

flag John Bertrand AO, 1976 Olympic bronze medalist and 1983 America’s Cup hero, was honored with the Barranjoey Pin at a Melbourne sailing camp, recognizing his lasting impact on Australian Olympic and Paralympic sailing. flag Presented by Olympic gold medallist Matt Wearn, the pin—number 47, matching Bertrand’s historic boat number—acknowledges elite achievements since 1948. flag Bertrand shared lessons on mental resilience, preparation, and accountability, urging young sailors to fully commit. flag The event also marked a long-overdue reunion of the 1980 Olympic team, affected by the boycott. flag Wearn returned to competition with a gold at the Paris 2024 Test Event, while Australia’s top sailors continue preparing for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.

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