Mark Turner is a leader and innovator in the sport of sailing. Perhaps best known for the Extreme Sailing Series, Mark has a deep understanding of the balance between the performance side of the sport and the commercial realities. In this wide ranging discussion, Mark talks about the state of offshore racing, the success of the Vendee Globe and the French sailing industry ecosystem. He has some strong thoughts about the Offshore medal event which had been planned for the Olympics. We discuss the challenges of increasing diversity in the sport and how to make the most of sailing’s positioning in relation to sustainability.