Kirsten Neuschaefer on the verge of sailing history

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A South African sailor is just days away from becoming the first woman ever to win a round the world yacht race.

Solo yachtie Kirsten Neuschaefer and her 36-foot cutter have just a few hundred nautical miles to cross the finish line, as the gruelling Golden Globe single-handed race reaches a nail biting finish.

Hot 1027’s Paul Ash has the story.....

25 Apr 2023 English South Africa Entertainment News · Documentary

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