OK, official it is not a race, it is a Challenge, and it is a hell of a tough one at that. So far, twelve boats have retired, and these aren't namby pamby sailors, these are guys who have been sailing for years and know their boats inside out. It's tough.So the fact that after 33 days at sea, Rory & Igor are so close, having sailed completely different routes, is insane!
And..........exciting!
I have Igor's latest position for 24 June: N41,37 W68,30
I spoke to Rory tonight at 7.30pm and he was 135 miles from his Newport waypoint...........SW winds 15-20 knots
but it is due to switch to NW, so will be bang on the nose.
And just to prove just how much work "Harry" does........
Rory slept for 6 hours last night, and they still did 112 miles from noon to noon.
I am guessing they will cross the line sometime tomorrow evening, 25th June.........which is a
lovely omen.......it is our son's 11th birthday tomorrow!!
So tomorrow we will see who it will be...............
PS Of course......there is still the journey home!!!
Rory! We are pulling for you. We are so proud of your accomplishments and hope to hear from Meredith and Frank that you crossed the Finish line tomorrow.
ReplyDeleteGo Rory and 'Cooking Fat', the little cat works wonders . . . again, fantastic achievement
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