Description: (Australian Yachtsman and Marine Architect Famous for the Winged Keel Design Applied to 'Australia II' Yacht)
Ben Lexcen was a renowned Australian yachtsman and marine architect recognized for his groundbreaking designs. His most significant contribution was the creation of the winged keel design, which transformed yacht racing. The implementation of Lexcen's design on Australia II resulted in a historic triumph in the 1983 America's Cup. This victory marked the end of a 132-year dominance by American yachts, establishing Lexcen as a trailblazer in the field of sailing and boat design.