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Clipper 2019-20 Race Suspension - Sir Robin Knox-Johnston Interview

by Clipper Ventures 20 Mar 2020 03:47 PDT
Ha Long Bay Vietnam crew with Sir Robin - The Clipper Race Leg 2 - Race 3, Day 18 © Clipper Race

The Clipper 2019-20 Race has been suspended with immediate effect, following the ongoing global outbreak of Covid-19 and the enormous impact it has created on world travel.

The safety of Clipper Race crews is of paramount importance, our Chairman and Founder Sir Robin Knox-Johnston shares his thoughts following the announcement.

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