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Jamie George will skipper England at Twickenham after Borthwick opted to give Itoje a replacement role, the first time he has not been in the starting line-up for a Championship game since 2020.

From Barron's • Feb. 2, 2026

Also new is Jimmy Spithill, who will skipper the U.S. team after serving as co-helmsman of the losing team in the America’s Cup, Italy’s Luna Rossa Prada Pirelli Team.

From Seattle Times • Apr. 22, 2021

Mark Offerdahl will skipper USA at the Rugby League World Cup, which kicks off in Australia on 27 October, when the hosts take on England in the opening match.

From The Guardian • Oct. 17, 2017

Experienced goalkeeper Juma Kaseja will skipper the Taifa Stars and the team will also look to industrious midfielder Mrisho Ngassa and John Bocco for the goals.

From BBC • Jul. 25, 2013

Along with 500 well-wishers, Mosbacher was on hand last week for the launching of Intrepid, the 12-meter yacht he will skipper against Australia in the America's Cup this fall.

From Time Magazine Archive