While it doesn't garner as much attention as modern events such as the Volvo Ocean Race, classic yacht racing is good for promotional opportunities.

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The harrowing, around-the-world Volvo Ocean Race is about halfway done and one boat celebrating a new lead over the fleet is getting some bad news: this might be your last race.

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She was also Lisa McDonald's all-female crew in the 2001-2002 Volvo Ocean Race, which was also around the globe.

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