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Chasing LA 2028 Olympic Dreams and Beyond

About

Inspired by the America’s Cup in Bermuda, Sebastian Kempe set his sights on the Olympics from a young age. After winning the 2021 Youth World Championship and securing 2nd place in 2022, he immediately transitioned to the elite level of senior competition.

At just 18, competing in the Men’s fleet, Sebastian made history as the first Bermudian to reach the Gold Fleet at the 2023 Men’s World Championships in the modern era. While he narrowly missed qualifying Bermuda for an Olympic spot in the short 2024 campaign, he continued his momentum into 2025 by securing a silver medal at the Junior Pan American Games in Paraguay.

His focus is now on the LA 2028 Olympic Games and 2032 Brisbane Games. Sebastian has the talent and drive to succeed against the world’s best, having already achieved significant results, including:

4-time World Championship Medalist

Silver Medalist at the 2025 Junior Pan American Games

7 top-15 finishes at World Championships

15th place finish at the 2025 French Olympic Sailing Week

Quickly risen to 37th in the world ranking – the highest ever for Bermuda.

Follow Along

Follow Sebastian’s journey on the water, from early wins to his latest campaign milestones. Experience his skill, dedication, and passion that drive his pursuit of Olympic gold in the ILCA7. Follow his training sessions, race highlights, and on-water moments that showcase his mastery and determination.

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Support the Journey

Join us as we chart Sebastian’s path to the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics. Follow his progress, cheer him on during training, and discover how you can be part of his inspiring sailing adventure toward Olympic glory.

Current Support

In a world where every second counts, Sebastian needs more than just speed on the racecourse. He needs a seamless connection to his team, his fans, and his data, no matter where his training takes him. From remote mountain trails to on the water at international competitions, Paradise Mobile provides Sebastian with limitless global connectivity.

A user of Southeast Sailboats equipment since 2020, Sebastian actively tests and develops new systems at every competition.

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