Gavin Reid is all smiles after being named Yachtsman of the Year by the Yachting Journalists' Association, despite being profoundly deaf.
Gavin Reid is all smiles after being named Yachtsman of the Year by the Yachting Journalists' Association, despite being profoundly deaf.
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Reid beat a host of much more experienced and established sailors, including Olympic champion Giles Scott.
Reid beat a host of much more experienced and established sailors, including Olympic champion Giles Scott.
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He had previously been honored by the Clipper Race after a dramatic mid-ocean rescue in which he battled for two hours to free a stricken crew member.
He had previously been honored by the Clipper Race after a dramatic mid-ocean rescue in which he battled for two hours to free a stricken crew member.
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The 28-year-old has not been put off the high seas and now plans further sailing ventures.
The 28-year-old has not been put off the high seas and now plans further sailing ventures.
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