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RORC Time Over Distance Volume 10 - Ian Walker

by RORC 6 Jun 2020 07:37 PDT
Ian Walker at the helm of Azzam, Abu Dhabi Ocean Racing's Volvo 65 © Rick Tomlinson / www.rick-tomlinson.com

Ian Walker relives tragedy and triumph in the Olympics, America's Cup and Volvo Ocean Race in the 10th edition of the RORC Time Over Distance Live Lockdown Series.

Since 2017 Ian has been the Director of Racing for the Royal Yachting Association (RYA) and in the interview he shares his thoughts on the shape of sailing post-lockdown.

Walker has won Olympic Silver for Great Britain as both helm and crew, and in different boats! He has competed in two America's Cup's, including skipper and helm of GBR Challenge. Three consecutive Volvo Ocean Race campaigns concluded with him becoming the first British skipper to win the race with Abu Dhabi Ocean Racing.

Louay Habib interviews Ian Walker for an hour-long Facebook Live show featuring pictures, videos and stories from a fascinating career.

Next week - Friday 12 June - Harold Cudmore
Watch the RORC Lockdown Series interviews live on RORC Facebook. Every Friday at 1700 BST: facebook.com/royaloceanracingclub

Each week on RORC Facebook Live, Louay Habib interviews sailors and masters of their art in the world of yachting, exploring epic races, top pro-techniques, and much, much more. Interactive discussions with those at the top of their field, together with videos, pictures and a chance to listen to their epic stories. Time Over Distance is designed to inform and entertain any serious offshore sailor. We hope that the RORC Time Over Distance library might become a highly regarded resource for years to come.

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