Pat Lawless knot fazed by round-the-world sailing mission

The 66-year-old Kerry native, who worked as a carpenter during his working life, set off from Crosshaven last week on 'the longest, loneliest boat race' in the world

KNOT FAZED: Pictured in Crosshaven as he prepares to depart for the Golden Globe Race is Pat Lawless. Pat was joined by his main sponsors, Cork based Green Rebel. Pat is aiming to become the first Irish person to sail solo, non-stop around the world. Pic: Darragh Kane

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