America's Cup: Halcrow signs with Oracle

Former Team New Zealand sailor Ross Halcrow has signed with Chris Dickson's America's Cup syndicate Oracle BMW Racing.

The New Zealand born, Canadian-based Halcrow has been involved in the America's Cup for 16 years, beginning as a sailmaker for the original New Zealand Challenge in 1987.

He then sailed for New Zealand in 1992, Team New Zealand in 1995, and Young America in 2000. He has sailed in three round-the-world races and has five world titles to his name, including the world matchracing championship.

"Ross Halcrow is one of the world's best trimmers and brings a lot of expertise to that area of the race boat," Oracle chief executive Dickson said.