During the lockdown in 2020, the world felt distant and uncertain. Like many others, I spent countless hours watching Netflix documentaries to pass the time. That's when I became captivated by the incredible feats of Nims Purja and the courageous individuals who climb Everest.
Sitting comfortably on my sofa, I made a promise to myself: “If we get the world back, I’m going to climb my Everest.”
For me, that Everest became crossing the Atlantic Ocean. I dove into the history of ocean rowing, discovering remarkable figures like Samuelson and Harbo, who completed the first crossing in 1896. Before long, I found myself on the Talisker Whisky Atlantic Challenge website.
When I set off from La Gomera, my two sons, Charlie and Otto, will be 9 and 7 years old. I want them to look at the world with curiosity and wonder, believing that anything is possible. I hope they'll say, “If my dad can row across an ocean... what adventures could I have one day?”
But this challenge isn’t just about personal goals — I’m rowing in support of Lewy Body Dementia, a cause close to my heart. This cruel disease impacts thousands of families, yet it remains widely misunderstood. By taking on this challenge, I hope to raise awareness and vital funds to support research and those affected.
Inspiring my sons to dream big, while supporting such an important cause, makes every mile across the Atlantic even more meaningful.
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