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Big Day for Sailing

Thursday could see a new sailing superstar emerge...

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Magnus Wheatley
Jul 24, 2025
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By the time you read this, the challenge will be underway for Dani A. Pich to become the first blind sailor to circumnavigate the Isle of Wight solo. Even more remarkable is that he will attempt it on a rudderless, centreboard-less, boom-less Pati Catala catamaran and win or lose, it’s incredibly inspiring to be a part of this adventure. The training is…

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