I grew up in Pittwater, north of Sydney; Elvina Bay, Scotland Island area. I had to go to school by boat. To get to the mainland, we had to go by boat, so it was just a way of life. James Spithill Read Quote
The fact is, an America’s Cup team is more than a sailing team. It’s anywhere from sort of 80 to upward of 100 people; of designers, engineers, boat builders, an incredible group of people, and there are a lot of nationalities in New Zealand’s team. James Spithill Read Quote
I’ve kind of banned myself from motorcycles. I’ve had broken ribs, broken shoulder, wrists, leg, broken collarbone – and it was all from motocross or rugby. All of my injuries have come from outside of sailing. James Spithill Read Quote
Going to the gym on my own I struggle with, but when I’m in there with a teammate or a group of guys, it’s the ultimate environment. James Spithill Read Quote
In typical sailing races a long time ago, you’d come in and go out, and the first thing you’d do is probably have a cold beer. The first thing we do now is have a protein shake and our recovery drink. James Spithill Read Quote
I’m not an aggressive person, but obviously on the sporting field I’ll do whatever it takes. James Spithill Read Quote
I just love sport; I love competing. I’m obsessed by it, to be honest. I can accept losing, sure, no question, but it just drives me crazy. Just ask my wife. James Spithill Read Quote
