17 June 2016

Abandon Ship in the Atlantic Ocean, Volvo Ocean Race 2006 (video)

Abandoned in the Atlantic Ocean | Volvo Ocean Race:

10 years ago, Bouwe Bekking and his crew were involved in one of the biggest rescue operations in Volvo Ocean Race history as they were forced to abandon ship in the middle of the Atlantic Ocean. Here’s how their dramatic story unfolded…  Published on May 23, 2016

TEAM ABN AMRO in the Volvo Ocean Race 2005-2006:

ABN AMRO 1 skippered by Mike Sanderson

More info at http://www.supporterteamabnamro.com

See also: JohnTheCrowd | Sailing News: Tragic Loss, Heroic Rescue, Volvo Ocean Race 2005-06, Sailing Videos

More info: volvooceanrace.com

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