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    Kirsten Neuschafer is now leading the Golden Globe Race fleet, and is expected to clear the Pacific No Go Zone by tomorrow. Credit: Nora Havel/GGR

    Golden Globe Race: Kirsten Neuschafer leads the fleet

    Simon Curwen has announced he is moving into the Chichester Class and is heading for a port of refuge. His decision means Kirsten Neuschafer is now the leader in the…

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    Kirsten Neuschafer is now leading the Golden Globe Race fleet, and is expected to clear the Pacific No Go Zone by tomorrow. Credit: Nora Havel/GGR

    Golden Globe Race: Kirsten Neuschafer leads the fleet

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    Inside the March 2023 issue of Yachting Monthly: Andy du Port takes a look at digital passage planning and asks…

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    Kirsten Neuschafer is currently in second place in the 2022 Golden Globe Race. Credit: Jane Zhou/GGR 2022

    Golden Globe Race: Award for Kirsten Neuschafer

    Kirsten Neuschafer has been awarded the Rod Stephen Seamanship Trophy by the Cruising Club of America following her role in the rescue of fellow race entrant, Tapio Lehtinen

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