LUKE PARKINSON

Australia | Crew

Date of birth:  22 February 1990

From: Fremantle, Australia

Nationality: Australian

Something about him that you don't know: He loves skateboarding – and you'll usually see him with his longboard in hand during stopovers around the world.

Who he is: ‘Parko’ is a Volvo Ocean Race winner, having lifted the trophy at his first attempt onboard Abu Dhabi Ocean Racing in 2014-15. As the youngest member of Ian Walker's crew, he sailed every leg of the successful campaign. He also competed in the America's Cup with Artemis Racing before joining Scallywag for 2017-18 to reunite with David Witt, who gave him his start in professional racing.