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Round the World Clipper Race Climax

Round the World Clipper Race Climax
By Charles Ballard Sat, 21 July 2012 10:10AM

The round the World Clipper Yacht race comes to it's close on Sunday

 

For those early risers they will be able to catch the boats coming past the island between 5-9am, and for those not inclined they can head on over to Soutampton to greet the boats.

 

The race sees 10 boats compete in the race and almost 500 sailors taking part during various times along the 40,000 mile route.

On Monday we will have an interview with an Islander who actually took part in the race.

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