Recapping the most essential highlights from Olympic sailing history, from the event's origin and timeline to all the most iconic moments & athletes, a comprehensive list of year-by-year results, and the current records for sailing ahead of the 2024 games in Paris.

The Winter Olympics don't offer as many opportunities as the Summer Olympics for athletes to stack several medals in one year, but certain sports allow a handful of opportunities. Speed skaters and skiers are among athletes who can quickly pile up medals ...