STEFANO PESCHIERA

The 31-year-old began sailing at the age of five with his grandfather aboard a wooden sailboat in Ancón, a bay north of Lima, Peru’s capital. He made history as the first Peruvian male sailor to qualify for the Olympic Games, competing at Rio 2016. He joined his club’s Optimist team in 2003, earning several podium finishes across three World Championships, five South American Championships, four North American Championships, and a European Championship. After graduating from university in the United States and being named College Sailor of the Year in 2018, he launched his full-time campaign for the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games. That same year, he secured Peru’s qualification for the Games at the World Championships in Aarhus, Denmark. He is also the only Peruvian sailor to have won the Laser Standard South American Championship, claiming the title in 2019. The trophy’s prestigious list of past winners includes sailing legends such as Robert Scheidt and Diego Romero. With six South American Championship titles to his name, he continues to pursue his ambition of becoming Laser World Champion. Over seven years on the Laser circuit, he has earned two nominations to Peru’s Olympic team (2016 and 2020) and two to its Pan American team (2015 and 2019). His achievements also include a gold and a silver medal at the Bolivarian Games (2017 and 2013), eight medal-race appearances, and gold at the 2020 World Cup Series event in Miami.

JOAQUÍN RAZETTO

Joaquín Razetto is one of the most accomplished sailors in Peruvian sailing history. He began competing at a young age, winning the Optimist Team Racing World Championship in Martinique, France, in 1999. He later transitioned to the Laser classes, competing in three South American Championships and winning the Laser 4.7 National Championship in 2003.

Joaquín went on to build an impressive record in the J/24 class, becoming an eight-time Peruvian national champion in 2006, 2008, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2017, 2018 and 2019. He has competed in four World Championships and two South American Championships, earning the J/24 World Championship silver medal in Buenos Aires, Argentina, in 2011. In recognition of his World Championship achievements, he has received the “Laureles Deportivos del Perú” twice, one of the country’s highest sporting distinctions.

With extensive racing experience, a strong competitive spirit and a proven ability to work as part of a team, Joaquín is a valuable addition to SSL Team Peru and is proud to represent his country.

AUGUSTO NICOLINI

Augusto Nicolini is one of Peru’s most versatile sailors, with a career spanning Olympic sailing and several keelboat classes. After a successful youth sailing career, he focused on the Laser class, winning gold at the 2001 Bolivarian Games and five Peruvian National Championship titles in 2001, 2002, 2004, 2005 and 2010. In 2004, he represented Peru at the Olympic Games in Athens, fulfilling his ambition of competing on the Olympic stage.

Augusto subsequently built a professional sailing career across the J/24, J/70, Soto 40 and ORC classes, winning multiple national championships in big-boat racing. Since 2007, he has also served as manager of North Sails in Peru.

His extensive experience in professional crewed-boat racing and ability to adapt to different roles on board make him a strong asset to SSL Team Peru. Known for his dedication, creativity and positive mindset, Augusto brings valuable technical knowledge and a commitment to achieving results for his country.

ALONSO COLLANTES

Alonso Collantes began sailing in the Optimist class at the age of six, quickly establishing himself as a promising competitor. In 2009, he won both the individual and Team Racing titles at the Optimist South American Championship, earning the first of his three South American Team Racing titles. He later finished runner-up at the Optimist Team Racing World Championship in 2009 and 2011.

Alonso went on to achieve outstanding results in the Sunfish class, winning two World Championship titles, a silver medal, a bronze medal and a Youth World Championship title. In 2012, at just 15 years old, he finished second overall and first in the Under-18 category at the Laser 4.7 South American Championship in Buenos Aires, Argentina. In 2015, he was selected to represent Peru at the Pan American Games.

A highly competitive sailor with extensive international experience, Alonso earned his place on SSL Team Peru through his SSL ranking. His talent, dedication and ability to perform under pressure make him a valuable member of the team as he prepares to represent his country at the SSL Gold Cup.