Sir Robin pictured in 1969 crossing the finish line in Golden Globe Race

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Sir Robin pictured in 1969 crossing the finish line in Golden Globe Race

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Sir Robin pictured in 1969 crossing the finish line in Golden Globe Race photo copyright Bill Rowntree / PPL Media taken at and featuring the Golden Globe Race class

Golden Globe Race

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