Ellen MacArthur has single-handedly circumnavigated the globe coping with 20 minutes sleep a night, icebergs and 60 foot waves.
MacArthur crossed the line in second place but just how great an achievement was it?
Very rarely does one come across truly moving stories of individual achievement, as opposed to tragedy. The pictures of Kingfisher's arrival in France last night, and the composure and humility of Ellen, MacArthur have been truly humbling. It was not surprising to see even the hardened news reporters moved by the occasion. Totally inspirational!
Edward Wilkinson, England
For those who do not truly understand what she accomplished, read the comments of the people who have sailed offshore & round the world on this page. They KNOW and understand.
n heroic achievement for Ellen. We've all taken her to our hearts. Fantastic courage and resilience, conquering her own fear and the elements. Congratulations to Kingfisher for backing such a winner, and commiserations to poor old Michel Desjoyeux and his sponsors! His effort was even greater but is almost totally eclipsed by Ellen and Kingfisher.
Jacques Francis, UK
I cannot begin to imagine what Ellen must have gone through over 24,000 miles of sometimes very hostile seas. It is an wonderful achievement. Diane Warrilow, United Kingdom
A fantastic feat of endurance, self-belief and skill that few others have achieved. And what a great thing to have done so early in life.
Simon Johns, UK
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