Imagine challenging the world – not in a sprint, but in the longest, most daring marathon of all: circumnavigating the globe by sailboat, non-stop, without assistance, and faster than anyone ever has before. That’s the Trophée Jules Verne, a race inspired by the spirit of adventure in Jules Verne’s classic novel ‘Around the World in 80 Days’. This race is about pure speed and endurance, pushing both sailors and boats to their limits.

Opua Cruising Club member Rebeca Gmuer-Hornell, who is now the fastest Kiwi to sail around the world, has recently returned to Opua after competing in the Jules Verne challenge.

She was part of an all-women crew who completed the race in 57 days, making Rebecca the fastest Kiwi for the challenge. Rebecca is a local girl who learned to sail with her dad and she has done some amazing sailing on the world stage.

Rebecca will be at Opua Cruising Club this Friday (13th March) at 7.30pm. This is going to be a great talk, so come along and hear all about her adventure.