Meet the Olympic Flag-Bearing Sailors

Sailing had more flag bearers than Beijing 2008 and London 2012 combined at the Opening Ceremony of the Rio 2016 Olympic Games.

In total, 12 athletes led their nation around the Macarana stadium for the eyes of the world to witness. But who are sailing’s flag bearers and where do they come from? Read up on a star studded cast of athletes: http://www.sailingworld.com/meet-olympic-flag-bearing-sailors