About Steve Benjamin
Born 1955. Steve Benjamin is an American sailor.
Stephen DeLancey Benjamin (born September 29, 1955) is an American competitive sailor and Olympic silver medalist.
Career He was College Sailor of the Year in 1978. At the 1984 Summer Olympics, Benjamin finished in 2nd place in the 470 class Mixed Two-Person Dinghy along with his partner Chris Steinfeld.
Steve is an Etchells Class World Champion, having won the championship in 2017 and finishing in 2nd place in 2023.
Steve is an Atlantic Class National Champion, having won the National Championship 5 times.
Steve was named US Sailing’s 2015 Yachtsman of the Year
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Frequently asked questions
Who is Steve Benjamin?
American yacht racer
When was Steve Benjamin born?
Steve Benjamin was born on 29 September 1955 in Glen Cove.
What is Steve Benjamin's occupation?
Steve Benjamin is a sailor.
What nationality is Steve Benjamin?
Steve Benjamin is American.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Steve Benjamin (sailor)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Steve Benjamin. https://biography.guide/steve-benjamin/
MLA: "Steve Benjamin." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/steve-benjamin/.
Chicago: "Steve Benjamin." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/steve-benjamin/.
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