Dean Barker
Former team NZ skipper
Dean Barker is a world champion sailor, former Team New Zealand skipper and helmsman of American Magic
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Check out Dean’s latest content
Dean Barker: Shades of San Francisco - how Team NZ can get back on top
Opinion: What makes Luna Rossa such a tricky opponent - and how to approach them.
Dean Barker: The crucial change that could decide the America's Cup
Opinion: One critical change could have a major impact on who triumphs in the Cup.
Dean Barker: Where Luna Rossa have the edge over Team NZ
Opinion: There are two big factors to look for when racing starts on March 6.
Dean Barker: Tough forecast for Ineos - but 20 seconds could change it all
Opinion: Brits up against it in Prada Cup final - but they have one thing going for them.
Dean Barker: The ironic change in the Prada Cup
OPINION: There is some double standards in the Prada Cup, writes Dean Barker.
Dean Barker column - What I would change for the next America's Cup
In his first weekly column, American Magic helmsman opens up on team's exit and future.