The 42nd Rolex Middle Sea Race will be one for the books, a race to be remembered for several years to come. This is particularly for the smashed course record, which is likely to remain unchallenged for a few years and, the horrendous and relentless weather conditions the 114 strong fleet had to endure for most of the 606 nautical mile course.

Amongst the 114-strong fleet enduring the bumpiest ride in recent history were the two 36-foot J-109 racing yachts “Jarhead” and “JYS-JAN” administered by the Jarhead Young Sailors Foundation (JYSF).

And indeed, young is a befitting adjective seeing that the average age of the crew was seventeen. Nevertheless, the selection process is rigorous as JYSF Administrator Wilfrid Buttigieg explained.

 

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