The 470 men’s sailors, who get to train in some of the world’s most beautiful waters, will benefit from the support of the largest operator of recreational yacht charters, watersports clubs, flotilla holidays and corporate yachting events in the world.

Belcher and Page, who won the Olympic title at the last Games in 2008, will spend part of the year training in Queensland and are organising the Australian 470 National Championship to be held in nearby Manly.

Queensland native Belcher said: "Malcolm and I are so fortunate that the Great Barrier Reef and the WhitSundays - the best cruising and diving grounds in the world - are easily accessible to us.

"Sunsail provides first class service, a first rate fleet and a variety of programs that make sailing and cruising throughout these special islands available.

"We are proud to be associated with a winning brand for our Olympic campaign."

Page added: "Cruising gorgeous islands on a large, comfortable boat with good friends and family is what I dream about when I am chilled to the bone from racing in freezing cold conditions.

"Sunsail’s equipment is second to none and they have bases in the nicest cruising grounds in the world.

"Being associated with them will inspire me no matter where I am sailing."

Sunsail’s chief operating officer, Cheryl Powell, said: "Sunsail has always been a firm supporter of the competitive side of the sailing lifestyle as exemplified by their sailing schools and Sunsail Racing programmes.

"Mat and Malcolm’s extensive success will continue to grow as the sailing industry gets behind them, and Sunsail is proud to support them for the 2012 London Olympics."

Sunsail offers a wide choice of sailing holidays with over 800 yachts in 30 locations worldwide.

Australia’s Golden Boys, as they are known, will work with Sunsail, local organisations and marine businesses in promoting the area’s amenities and lifestyle, which are attractive to recreational and competitive sailors alike.