Eric Monnin was born on Lake Zug and learned his first moves with his family on a Surprise yacht. He competed in many races with his two brothers and his father. Since those days, sailing and family have been inseparable for him.
His fondest memory is of his first match race, in which he beat none other than Russell Coutts.
Eric Monnin is the best Swiss match race sailor. And not just not only since today, but already for 10 years. His best ISAF ranking was 3rd place, he is constantly among the The sailing all-rounder is able to handle almost every type of boat, no matter if it is a whether it is a monotype or a multihull.