Nieuw record Steve Fossett met Playstation

The World Sailing Speed Record Council have today officially ratified Playstation’s new world record from Cadiz (ESP) to San Salvador (BAH).
 
Steve Fossett and his crew of twelve completed the discovery route in 9 days, 13 hours, 30 minutes and 18 seconds. One minute faster than was originally claimed, thanks to the WSSRC ratification process.

Having started on 15 February, the crew had an almost flawless Atlantic crossing, the only drawback being, when closing in on the finish, their mainsheet snapped, slowing the boat for a short period of time.

Bron: ISAF, 06-03-2003;