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Geoff Holt: The most admired disabled sailor since Nelson?

In this image, Geoff Holt is seen on a sailboat, raising his fist in a triumphant gesture. He’s wearing a life vest over a white shirt with a red cross, emblematic of the British flag, and he's seated in his wheelchair. Behind him is a large, unfurled British flag, fluttering in the wind. The text on the boat indicates that this photograph is related to a charitable effort, mentioning "The Ellen MacArthur Trust" as the official charity. Geoff's expression is jubilant, and it seems that he is celebrating a significant achievement, possibly related to his transatlantic voyage from Lanzarote to the British Virgin Islands in 2009. The sense of accomplishment and joy is palpable in his demeanour.

Finishing The Dream: Another first for Geoff Holt It’s not about coping with disability; it’s about finding the reserves we all have to achieve our goals in spite of it.” said Geoff Holt MBE DL as he announced his latest ambitious sailing challenge entitled “Finishing The Dream.” Four decades after his life-changing accident in the […]

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