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Clipper Race #MyStory

by Clipper Round the World Race 12 Feb 2023 10:52 GMT
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Experiencing the exhilaration of ocean racing and accessing parts of the world few people have the opportunity to see, the Clipper Race offers life-changing opportunities for its courageous crew.

Multinational participants, from all walks of life, have endured Mother Nature in the raw as they race across the wilderness of the ocean. But their reward is a vista that can only be enjoyed by true adventurers. The reasons for signing up for this adventure may be varied but a shared purpose and experience amongst team-mates creates an unrivalled sense of togetherness.

In #MyStory, hear first hand the extraordinary stories of intrepid Clipper 2019-20 Race Crew who have achieved something remarkable.

Maddie Church, USA, Student, Legs 6,7,8, GoToBermuda

Jody Shaw, USA, Legs 1,2,3,5,6,7,8, Qingdao

Kiki Sheridan, Finland, Circumnavigator, Seattle

Alfredo Bano, Spain, Leg 8, Punta del Este

Danny Lee, UK, Circumnavigator, Unicef

Bettina Neid, Austria, Circumnavigator, Dare To Lead

Afshin Ahmadian, Iran, Circumnavigator, Visit Sanya, China

For more information visit www.clipperroundtheworld.com.

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