May 14, 2025
Tilakkhana II premium
This year I am joining a new team and, although the boat is very well known, it is new to both me and the new Tilakkhana crew. Formerly Magic Carpet 3, she has had a change of livery and, together with the owner, Pascale Decaux, we will be racing onboard Tilakkhana II. With a strong…
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April 23, 2025
Sunshine and showers premium
March and April seem to have merged into one long month. For me it has been a heady mix of travel to different locations, sailing on different boats and spending time with wonderful people. I joined the Swan 58 WaveWalker for the BVI Spring Regatta this year. The conditions were near perfect, with good strong…
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February 28, 2025
Snowdrops, sunshine and a spaniel premium
This year I found myself at home for the whole month of February, which was a mixed blessing. I swapped hanging out in airports for catching up with friends and family and focussing on my personal training. The upside was being able to relax and enjoy this time without having to worry about having to…
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February 2, 2025
Where did January go? premium
Well, I have to say that I hope the speed of January passing is not indicative of the rest of the year! I can’t believe it is February already but I guess that happens when you are busy. I have been lucky with a varied start to the year, which kicked off in France hosting…
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December 4, 2024
Trip down memory lane premium
On occasion I find myself in the enviable position of being able to give something back to the sport I love, the ocean I am a steward for and provide inspiration to the next generation. In November, I had the opportunity to tick all three boxes. I was invited by Atlantic College West to be…
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November 11, 2024
The race is on premium
Every four years there is a strange yet strong calling to a small sleepy fishing town in the Vendée region of France. People descend upon this town in their droves. This seaside fishing town turns into an international destination welcoming everyone with open arms, fabulous hospitality and an electric air of excitement that is palpable.…
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October 1, 2024
World Sailing Trust premium
The greatest change for me this month has been my tenure as Chair of the World Sailing Trust coming to a close. Back in 2018 I was asked to take on the role of Chair for the newly formed World Sailing Trust. It was with a mix of apprehension and excitement that I accepted and,…
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August 31, 2024
Gliding to the end of the summer premium
Who like me was hooked on watching the Louis Vuitton Preliminary series for the America’s Cup? I wanted to see how the AC 75 race yachts were looking and if the design race had the teams close in performance. Then, the ultimate question, to see if foiling 75ft incredible machines could match race in the…
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August 3, 2024
New skills and honed skills premium
I must admit to being well and truly in my happy place. Not only has the weather suddenly realised that it’s summer, when I am not enjoying being outside, I have the Olympic Games in Paris to entertain me. I genuinely love watching not just the sports and faces I recognise but also checking out…
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May 30, 2024
The big launch premium
The month started sailing Limosa, the MOD 70 for The Famous Project, from Portimao in Portugal to Toulon in the South of France. We left Portugal and then had very light winds when we reached the Gibraltar Straits, resulting in us motoring for about 14 hours. Being an extremely busy stretch of water, this allowed…
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