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Federico Alonso Tellechea, born on August 15, 1981, in Buenos Aires, Argentina, is a talented Spanish sailor. He is known for his impressive achievements in various sailing competitions around the world, especially in the 49er class.

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Federico Alonso
Personal information
Nationality Spanish
Born (1981-08-15) 15 August 1981 (age 43)
Buenos Aires, Argentina
Sport
Country  Spain
Sport Sailing
Club  Real Club Astur de Regatas
Medal record
Representing  Spain
Sailing
World Championships
Gold 1998 Cadet class
Bronze 2015 49er class
European Championships
Silver 2008 49er class
ISAF Sailing World Cup
Gold 2009 49er class

Who is Federico Alonso?

Federico Alonso is a professional sailor from Spain. He competes in different types of sailing boats. Sailing is a sport where athletes use wind power to move boats across water. It requires skill, strategy, and teamwork.

Early Sailing Success

Federico started his sailing journey at a young age. In 1998, he achieved a major victory. He won the Cadet class World Championships. The Cadet class is a type of small sailboat. It is often used by younger sailors to learn and compete. Winning a World Championship means he was the best young sailor in the world that year. This was a fantastic start to his career.

Success in the 49er Class

Later in his career, Federico specialized in the 49er class. The 49er is a fast and exciting two-person sailboat. It is known for its high performance. In this class, Federico achieved several important medals:

  • In 2008, he won a silver medal at the European Championships. This event brings together the best sailors from Europe.
  • In 2009, he earned a gold medal at the ISAF Sailing World Cup. This is a series of major international sailing events.
  • In 2015, he secured a bronze medal at the World Championships. This competition determines the world's top sailors in the 49er class.

These achievements show Federico Alonso's dedication and talent in the sport of sailing.

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