MacArthur waiting on more favourable winds

RECORD breaking British yachtswoman Ellen MacArthur yesterday watched her charge towards the solo non-stop round-the-world record become more of a struggle as she waited for stronger winds.

The 28-year-old from Cowes of the Isle of Wight is on day 22 of her attempt in the 75ft trimaran B&Q to beat the current record.

It was set by Frenchman Francis Joyon who took 72 days, 22 hours, 54 minutes and 22 seconds to sail around the world.