David "Freddie" Carr is a highly experienced British sailor, known for his long-standing involvement in the America's Cup. Carr's America's Cup journey spans over two decades, beginning in 2001 with GBR Challenge. He has participated in six America's Cup cycles, transitioning from a grinder to a cyclor, demonstrating his adaptability to the evolving physical demands of the sport. As a cyclor, Carr was part of the team that powered the hydraulic systems on the AC75 foiling yachts.
Carr is a native of the Isle of Wight, where the America's Cup originated in 1851. In his early career, Carr was a Youth Match Racing World Champion in 2000. He later won the Extreme Sailing Series in 2009, sailing with Chris Draper on Oman Sail. After 23 years, Carr announced his retirement from America's Cup sailing on October 19, 2025. He remains an influential voice in the sailing world, recently discussing the need for a dedicated talent development system in sailing, akin to the clear pathways in Formula 1 racing.
