The only woman in the event, South African sailor Kirsten Neuschäfer won the Golden Globe Race, breaking records for the best distance over 24 hours (unofficially 218.9 nautical miles) and the best distance over 7 days (unofficial at 1143.7 nautical miles) in the process. Also Read: South African adventurer goes “All In!” with Talisker Whisky The victory also saw her become … Continue reading South African sailor makes history in around-the-world solo race