Briton Craig Wood Completes Solo Pacific Sail as First Triple Amputee

Craig Wood, a 33-year-old veteran from Doncaster who lost both legs and his left arm serving in Afghanistan, has made history as the world's first triple amputee to sail solo, non-stop, and unsupported across the Pacific Ocean. He covered 7,506 nautical miles from Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, to Hiroshima, Japan, over 90 days aboard his custom 41-foot catamaran, Sirius II, despite battling unpredictable weather, sleep deprivation, isolation, and multiple mechanical failures including engine seizure and sail damage. Wood also broke his prosthetic arm during the voyage, forcing him to sail one-handed, yet remained focused on his goal and inspired by the thought of reuniting with his wife and children, with whom he is expecting a third child. His journey was not only a physical challenge but a spiritual experience, aiming to raise awareness and funds for charities that supported his rehabilitation and to change perceptions of disability. Wood hopes to serve as an example that amputees can achieve ambitious goals despite their challenges, emphasizing resilience and positivity. His feat is currently being assessed by Guinness World Records.