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Fastnet Race Report update scroll down!

On the 9^th August I took part in the Rolex Fastnet Race.

I took on this challenge for many reasons. One of them, the thrill of the risk which brings on emotions of apprehension and trepidation and at times even wondering "What am I doing?"(There were a few as you read on). The insecurity of not knowing what was going to happen next during the race was unsettling at times and in this case challenging through my choosing.

Through these thoughts I can’t help but to think that there are children out there facing life challenges much greater than I could possibly ever imagine. This is why I am asking you for your help in making a donation towards the Ellen MacArthur Trust.

The Ellen MacArthur Trust takes young children sailing to help them regain their confidence on their way to recovery from cancer, leukaemia and other serious illness. These kids face huge challenges which are no match to what I have done. If for no other reason they have not chosen to be challenged and they often do not know how and when it will all end.

The Fastnet Race

Today the Fastnet Race is one of the most challenging classic yacht races in the world. First raced on the 15^th August 1925. The race soon got its name as “the Grand National of Ocean Racing” owing to its unpredictability. In 1979 the event earned its infamous reputation through its worst maritime tragedy. Out of 306 yachts entered 194 retired, 24 yachts were abandoned and 15 lives were lost. In 2007 300 boats started and 71 finished the race.

Global Yacht Racing Campaign

I joined the GYR team in February this year and the Campaign started with a sea survival course weekend and two training weekends followed by the three qualifying races before the big event on the 9^th August.