About Con Linton
Lived 1939 – 2016 (aged 77). Con Linton was a New Zealand skipper.
Cornelius "Con" Linton (9 January 1938 – 30 December 2016) was a New Zealand sailor. He represented his country in the Soling class at the 1972 Summer Olympics in Kiel, with Steve Marten as helmsman and Jack Scholes as fellow crew member, finishing in 21st place.
Born in Nelson in 1938, He died at his home in Auckland on 30 December 2016.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Con Linton?
Olympic sailor
When was Con Linton born?
Con Linton was born on 9 January 1939 in Nelson.
When did Con Linton die?
Con Linton died on 30 December 2016 in Auckland.
What was Con Linton's occupation?
Con Linton was a skipper.
What nationality was Con Linton?
Con Linton was New Zealand.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Con Linton. https://biography.guide/con-linton/
MLA: "Con Linton." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/con-linton/.
Chicago: "Con Linton." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/con-linton/.
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