Sacha Tayyar-Barnes from Lija, Malta, completed the Clipper 2023-24 Round the World Yacht Race, returning to Portsmouth, UK, on July 27.
The Clipper Race, which trains ordinary people for global sailing, is a 40,000 nautical mile journey that few have achieved.
Sacha and his Bekezela team became circumnavigators, crossing all meridians of longitude and the equator twice, joining an exclusive group fewer than those who’ve climbed Everest.
Sacha described his arrival as overwhelming and reflected on the immense challenges and growth he experienced during the race.
Over eleven months, he crossed six oceans, faced extreme weather, and sailed continuously with 20 teammates. Highlights included enduring and overcoming harsh conditions, which brought a sense of incredible achievement.
The Clipper Race involves eleven identical racing teams and took Sacha through a diverse route starting from Portsmouth on September 3, 2023, and visiting places like Spain, Uruguay, South Africa, Australia, Vietnam, China, the USA, and Scotland.
Founded by Sir Robin Knox-Johnston, the race welcomes anyone over 18, regardless of prior sailing experience. Participants, aged 18 to 75 from 45 nations, paused their everyday lives for this test of endurance, resilience, and courage.
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