Australians Mike Blenkinsop (#99) and his son John Blenkinsop (#100) are both highly experienced sailors, determined to outpace each other. John built both boats, but 70-year-old Mike has a secret weapon to gain the upper hand – spinach!

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Australians Mike Blenkinsop (#99) and his son John Blenkinsop (#100) are both highly experienced sailors, determined to outpace each other. John built both boats, but 70-year-old Mike has a secret weapon to gain the upper hand – spinach!

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Australians Mike Blenkinsop (#99) and his son John Blenkinsop (#100) are both highly experienced sailors, determined to outpace each other. John built both boats, but 70-year-old Mike has a secret weapon to gain the upper hand – spinach! photo copyright JJ / CG580Transat taken at and featuring the Class Mini 5.80 class

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