Enda Ó Coineen is an adventurer taking on the world’s hardest race. The 60-year-old businessman will attempt to become the first Irishman to sail around the world solo, without assistance or stopping, on his boat, the Kilcullen Voyager.

David Kenefick delivered on his goal of improving on his rookie year in the gruelling Solitaire du Figaro single-handed event yesterday when he crossed the finishing of the final stage of the event in 20th place.