Well, after 102 days, 13 hours and 40 minutes, Andrew Delaney and Guy Watts rowed into the record books by being the youngest and the first pair to complete the 3136 miles across the Indian Ocean from Western Australia to Mauritius.
The pair trained at UKSA back in February, covering ocean theory, first aid and sea survival skills to prepare them for their race. Andrew commented on their achievement;
WE MADE IT! Wow, we are totally overwhelmed by the support we have had during the race it kept us going every stroke. Walking is a bit tricky and both are a little lighter than when we started some 100+ days ago. To get those World Records is the icing on the Angel Cake that was waiting for me at the finish!
That was the toughest challenge we have ever attempted and to win is an indescribable feeling. We are having a well deserved beer here in Mauritius and will update you tomorrow when I stop tripping over my own feet!
A big big thanks to Jem & Tim for their enduring commitment, time and passion to the project & especially for believing in us when we where at our lowest. You won us the race! Again a big thanks to everyone who has supported us and contributed to this blog.
Goodnight & thanks from Mauritius
Andy
To read more about their time at sea and to support their chosen male cancer charity Orchid, go to www.indianoceanrace.com
Congratulations boys!
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