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The Maiden Factor
Published Tue 01 Nov 2022
With a major focus on empowering women in sailing, there could be no better time for the Maiden Factor to embark on a 90,000 nm journey over the next three years, visiting upwards of 60 destinations in over 40 countries.
Skippered by Tracy Edwards MBE, the Maiden was sailed by the first all-female crew in the Whitbread Round the World Race in 1989/1990, winning two of the toughest legs on the course and finishing second overall. It was a landmark moment for the sailing world and opened the door for competitive female sailing... Read more...
