On this day, August 19: The “son of the wind”, Nikos Kaklamanakis, is born

On this day, August 19, 1968, one of Greece’s greatest athletes, Nikos Kaklamanakis, was born, the athlete who left an indelible mark in the field of sailing and who is still a source of inspiration for every athlete. Nikos Kaklamanakis, who is often called the “son of the wind”, discovered his love for the sea and sailing from an early age. He started his sports career at Vouliagmeni Nautical Club, where he quickly distinguished himself for his passion, dedication and exceptional skills. Kaklamanakis’ career on the international stage is full of important distinctions. The culmination of this was winning the gold medal at the Atlanta Olympic Games in 1996, in the Mistral category, which established him in the consciousness of the Greek public. In 2000 at the Sydney Olympics, he won the silver medal, proving his consistency and ability to star at world level for many years. In 2004 he was the athlete who lit the flame […]
Source: News Beast

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