Kerry pensioner to attempt non-stop solo voyage around the world

Pat Lawless is aiming to join the 100 people who have ever managed to sail solo non-stop around the world via the five 'Great Capes'.

Pat Lawless aboard the his yacht the Green Rebel at Crosshaven, Co Cork, where he left to take part in the Golden Globe Race 2022. Picture Dan Linehan

He’s just got the bus pass, but a Co Kerry pensioner won’t be using it for several months as he’s aiming to become the first Irishman to sail single-handedly non-stop around the world.

If he manages the feat and is back in time to celebrate his 67th birthday next May, Pat Lawless will join a pretty exclusive club.