Admirals who preferred sea command still accepted shore duties

Were there admirals whose careers suffered because they wanted to remain at sea with their crews?

Many admirals disliked land postings and sought ways back to sea. Cunningham accepted shore command despite his preference for serving afloat.

Many admirals disliked land postings and wanted to return to sea. Those determined to obtain sea service often found a way to do so. Andrew Cunningham disliked commanding from ashore, but understood that the appointment required it. A preference for sea duty therefore did not necessarily prevent an admiral from accepting shore responsibilities.