🚨 BREAKING: Pat Lawless Confirms NO Comeback! Rudder Damage Ends GGR Hopes | Week 7
20 ottobre 2026 · 8 min · 1K visualizzazioni
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Pat Lawless reports critical rudder damage during the Golden Globe Race, caused by failed rivets on a 6mm stainless steel fitting.0:26 The fitting, which secures the tiller to the rudder, experienced significant movement and vibration after the rivets sheared off.0:37 Lawless attempted to stabilize the assembly by screwing timber supports to the rudder, but the repair remains precarious.4:43 Additionally, a damaged roller furler caused further stress on the boat while flapping in the wind, though Lawless successfully lowered the sail after maneuvering the vessel against the wind.2:41 Lawless expresses uncertainty about continuing the race, stating that he will only proceed if the rudder repair proves safe.6:07 He confirms that he has not officially retired from the competition, despite receiving outside assistance via phone calls.6:40 Lawless also notes an unresolved internal connection issue with his radio receiver.7:54
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