The gathering held on 28 February at the Real Club Náutico de Vigo brought together skippers from the first edition of the Global Solo Challenge, sailors preparing their campaigns for the 2027–2028 race, representatives of maritime institutions and local authorities, and members of Galicia’s vibrant sailing community.
Another significant moment of the ceremony was the participation of the International Association of Cape Horners.Its chairman, Archie Fairley, attended the event in Vigo and formally presented the Cape Horners burgee to the Global Solo Challenge skippers who successfully rounded Cape Horn during their circumnavigation.
For ocean sailors, rounding Cape Horn under sail remains one of the most symbolic milestones in offshore sailing. The recognition by the Cape Horners association underlined the historic significance of that achievement and welcomed the GSC sailors into the small community of navigators who have faced the legendary cape in the Southern Ocean. To read more please click here
