55-year Anniversary of Sir Robin’s circumnavigation
22 April 2024
On this day 55 years ago, legendary sailor and founder of the Clipper Race, Sir Robin Knox-Johnston won the Sunday Times Golden Globe Race and became the the first person to perform a single-handed non-stop circumnavigation of the globe.
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Image: Sir Robin Knox-Johnston celebrates great achievement
Since that day, Sir Robin has become an iconic figure within sailing, with the drive for his achievement being fuelled with passion and determination.
A true hero, and the inspiration behind the hundreds of Race Crew doing the exact same thing today.
Hear the story from the man himself in the documentary about his life.
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