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By David Dellenbaugh, WindCheck Magazine When you get to the leeward mark, it’s important to make a good approach and a smooth turn around the mark. But

Melges was considered among the world's most astute and innovative tacticians at the highest levels of competitive sailing, including the super-engineered racing yachts used in America's Cup.

Mr. Melges, a Wisconsin native, became the first sailor to win both an Olympic gold medal and the sport’s top prize, the America’s Cup.