Clipper Round the World Race - Search for ten exceptional skippers

10:59 AM Tue 14 Sep 2010 GMT

'Sir Robin with Clipper 09-10 skippers' Clipper Ventures PLC &copy

Sailing legend Sir Robin Knox-Johnston has launched his latest search for ten exceptional skippers to lead the internationally sponsored teams in the next edition of the Clipper Round the World Yacht Race. Clipper 11-12 will start form the UK in August next year and on board the matched fleet of stripped down 68-foot ocean racing yachts will be teams of novice crews representing all walks of life. The only professional sailor on board, the skipper has the challenge of turning such a diverse mix of people into a finely-honed racing team and it's one that professionals understand can deliver valuable ...

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