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“My goal in sailing isn't to be brilliant or flashy in individual races, just to be consistent over the long run.”

Quote by Dennis Conner

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Dennis Conner, born on September 16, 1942, is a renowned American yachtsman. He has achieved remarkable success in the field of sailing, winning numerous world-class sailing competitions. more

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