Russian adventurer-sailor Fedor Konyukhov is confirmed as the first competitor in the Antarctica Cup Yacht Race (ACYR).

Starting in December 2007, Fedor will attempt to sail his 27 metre (85’) boat “Alye Parusa” around the challenging 14,500 nautical mile Antarctica Cup Racetrack and in doing so claim the inaugural world record for sailing solo, non-stop, around the Antarctica Cup Racetrack and become the first ocean racing sailor to circumnavigate Antarctica.

The maxi-yacht "Synergy" finished its transatlantic voyage today, January 31st, at 14:00 (GMT). It took 14 days and 14 hours to cover 3480 nautical miles.

The maxi-boat “Synergy” is heading towards Antigua by the shortest route that is possible. The main objective of the team is to stay on course. The wind is from the east and fairly light, 10 knots, but very unstable.

Message from Oscar Konyukhov via satellite phone:
We have 1280 nautical miles left to go before the finish in Antigua. The wind is moderate, 10-15 knots.

As of Tuesday, January 23rd, the maxi-yacht “SYNERGY” has been exactly one week sailing the Atlantic Ocean, and has covered 1500 nautical miles. There are 1600 more miles to go before Antigua.

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