Leg 7 from Auckland to Itajai, day 10 on board Turn the Tide on Plastic. Liz Wardley. 26 March, © Sam Greenfield / Volvo Ocean Race
It was a big occasion. We made the gybe for what we think is the lay line for Cape Horn. We have a windy night ahead but tomorrow we should be saying goodbye Southern Ocean and hello Atlantic.
The weather has been very squally, with gusty winds associated with dark clouds bringing snow and hail. We are all quite relieved to know we are heading to warmer water every mile sailed from now on.
Conditions are wet and wild and down below is wet and extremely uncomfortable with violent movements making every day tasks very difficult.