The Skipper
From Adelaide, Australia.
I am a dreamer from Australia. Pretty much since I can remember, the dream has been to sail solo, non stop, unassisted, around the world and I hope to achieve this by competing in the GGR 2026.
By day and night I am an Emergency Physician. This is a job that always reminds you that the moment is now.
I hope along the way to be able to advocate for better protection of the world’s oceans and atmosphere and to save my soul.
The Boat
| Boat Name | Agitator |
| Boat Type | Rustler 36 Masthead Sloop |
| Designer | Holman & Pye |
| Builder | Cygnus Marine Ltd (UK) |
| LOA | 35.33ft / 10.77m |
| LWL | 26.92ft / 8.21m |
| Beam | 11.00ft / 3.35m |
| Draft | 5.50ft / 1.67m |
| Displacement | 16805 lbs / 7623 kg |
| Sail Area | 693sq. ft / 64.38sq. m |
Why the GGR?
The ultimate test and the ultimate dream.
Best and worst aspects
The event is fantastic and to be a part of it would be a great experience – I think ultimately life changing and involving a lot of forever friendships across different countries and cultures. The worst part could be the risks associated with the adventure… dismasting, pitch poling, drinking your own urine etc.
