FAI’s latest sponsorship has taken a twist from motorsport to something a little… wetter. We are proud supporters of team ‘Force Atlantic’ who will attempt an epic voyage against other teams of varying size in a race across the Atlantic. Starting in the Canary Islands, the teams will undertake the painstaking trip to Antigua, some 3000 miles away. Setting sail on the 12th of December, the team comprises of four servicemen who are all currently based at the Army Foundation College, Harrogate.
Competing against 14 other four-man crews, they’ll not only be rowing for the honour of achievement but to also raise 100k in funds for the ABF (The Soldiers Charity). Brandishing the FAI emblem on the bow and sides, our support has contributed to building a very specialist rowing boat. This voyage is not without its perils as the guys will be tested to their physical and mental limits over what could easily be 100 days at sea.
The fastest teams come in just under the six-week mark but as none of these guys would describe themselves as rowers, we wish them the best of luck and will be watching their progress on the tracker below!