From Gosport to Guadeloupe
The story of Sir Robin Knox Johnston's Route du Rhum race. Presented by Neil Sackley.
The maritime world is united in its admiration for Sir Robin Knox-Johnston.
In November 2014, at the age of 75 he entered the gruelling solo Route du Rhum transatlantic yacht race.
His 麻豆社 Radio Solent producer Neil Sackley looks at what makes him the legend he is and asks him to recount his race, day by day.
With contributions from the world of sailing, including Sir Ben Ainslie OBE, Dame Ellen MacArthur, Shirley Robertson OBE and Sir Keith Mills.
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Sir Robin Knox-Johnston reflects on his Route du Rhum race
Record breaking sailor Sir Robin Knox-Johnston achieved a podium position in the race.
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Day 10 of Sir Robin Knox-Johnston's Route du Rhum race
Sir Robin Knox-Johnston updates Louisa Hannan on his progress in the Route du Rhum race.
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From Gosport to Guadeloupe
Duration: 01:00:00
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- New Year's Day 2015 18:00麻豆社 Radio Solent