His co-defendant Christopher Andrew Simpson, 47, of West Bridgford, was jailed for 18 months after he also pleading guilty to fraud.

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The recommendations come after Andrew Simpson, a British two-time Olympic medalist, died after the boat of Swedish team Artemis Racing capsized during a May 9 practice run.

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"Our prayers are with Andrew Simpson's family, his wife and kids, and also the rest of my teammates, " said Paul Cayard, chief executive of the Artemis team.

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