Cor Groot facts for kids
| Personal information | |
|---|---|
| Nationality | Dutch |
| Born | January 21, 1909 Akersloot |
| Died | September 23, 1978 (aged 69) Haarlem |
| Height | 1.79 m (5.9 ft) |
| Sailing career | |
| Class(es) | Dragon |
| Updated on 2014-01-09. | |
Cornelis "Cor" Groot (born January 21, 1909, in Akersloot – died September 23, 1978, in Haarlem) was a talented sailor from the Netherlands. He proudly represented his country in the sport of sailing at the 1968 Summer Olympics. These Olympic Games took place in Acapulco, Mexico.
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Who Was Cor Groot?
Cor Groot was a Dutch athlete who loved sailing. He was known for his skill in guiding a sailboat. In sailing, the person who steers the boat and directs the crew is called the helmsman. Cor Groot was a helmsman for the Dutch team.
Sailing at the Olympics
The Olympic Games are a huge international sports event. Athletes from all over the world compete in many different sports. Sailing is one of these sports, where teams race sailboats against each other. It's a big honor to compete for your country at the Olympics.
The Dragon Class Boat
Cor Groot competed in a special type of sailboat called the Dragon. The Dragon is a classic racing keelboat. It is about 8.9 meters (29 feet) long. It has three crew members: a helmsman, a tactician, and a bowman. These boats are known for being fast and challenging to sail.
Cor's Olympic Races
At the 1968 Summer Olympics in Acapulco, Cor Groot was the helmsman for the Dutch Dragon team. His crew members were Jan Bol and Pieter de Zwart. Together, they worked hard and sailed well. They finished in 10th place overall in the Dragon class competition. This was a good achievement against top sailors from around the globe.
Cor Groot also had a role in the 1964 Summer Olympics. He was the substitute helmsman for the Dutch Dragon team that year. This meant he was ready to step in if needed.
Legacy
Cor Groot's participation in the Olympic Games shows his dedication to sailing. He was part of a team that represented the Netherlands on the world stage. His efforts helped to showcase Dutch sailing talent.
