Raced the 2009 Rolex Fastnet Race aboard Class 40 Initiatives Saveurs with skipper Tanguy de Lamotte, winning the Class 40 division in one of offshore sailing's most iconic races

Attempted a solo round the world record in 2009 aboard a 16 metre carbon yacht. Lost the mast 158 miles west of Madeira and sailed myself 600 miles to Lisbon on a jury rig. One of the most harrowing experiences of my career, but one I'm hugely proud of: I got myself and the boat safely to shore.