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1. Triple Amputee Completes Quarter of Sailing Challenge

   Triple amputee Craig Wood has successfully completed a quarter of his 7,000 nautical miles sailing challenge across the Pacific Ocean.   The 33-year-old former Army rifleman from Doncaster departed from La Paz, Mexico, on 25 March and has covered over 1,750…

   

2. Princess Anne Becomes Patron of the International Association of Cape Horners

   The International Association of Cape Horners (IACH) is pleased to announce that Her Royal Highness The Princess Royal, Princess Anne, has agreed to become it’s new Patron. The Princess, a life-long sailor, follows in her late father’s footsteps. HRH Prince…

   

3. DFDS Backs Pamela Lee in 'Groundbreaking' Sailing Campaign

   Ferry and logistics company DFDS has partnered with Irish offshore sailor Pamela Lee to launch the #EmpowHer racing campaign. The initiative will support Lee as she prepares for the 2026 Route du Rhum, the world’s longest solo transatlantic race, which…

   

4. Transat Café L’Or to Begin October 26 with Staggered Starts

   On Sunday, October 26, the ULTIM, the Ocean Fifty, the IMOCA, and the Class40 divisions will start their TRANSAT CAFÉ L’OR, formerly the Transat Jaques Vabre, at 15-minute intervals. Four consecutive starts will ensure the excitement and drama is prolonged…

   

5. Wild Oats X Claims Victory at 2024 SOLAS Big Boat Challenge After URM Group Disqualification

   Stakes were high in the fleet for the 2024 SOLAS Big Boat Challenge, the One Circular Quay Australian Maxi Championship (AMC) final event. Anthony Johnston’s URM Group entered the race with a one-point lead over the Oatley family’s Wild Oats…