Giulia Conti and Margherita Porro have been named Sailors of the Year 2025, a prestigious award presented by the magazine Il Giornale della Vela since 1991. The two athletes from Brescia, part of the AC 40 Luna Rossa crew, triumphed in the Women’s America’s Cup 2024, marking a significant milestone in the history of women’s sailing. The victory surprised the public and represents a significant moment for Italian sailing, as the America’s Cup has opened its doors to women for the first time.
Giulia Conti, originally from Rome but raised in Toscolano Maderno, has competed in four Olympics and boasts an impressive record of successes, while Margherita Porro, born in 1999, brings freshness and experience with her background in foiling boats. Together, they have demonstrated that the combination of their skills has created a winning team, capable of thrilling fans and capturing this historic trophy.
