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Will Oxley
Ocean race navigator and sailor who learned celestial navigation in his teens and has raced around the world multiple times, including the Sydney to Hobart and the BT Global Challenge.
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Jan 19, 2026
• 51min
Encore: Upside down in Bass Strait
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Will Oxley, an esteemed ocean race navigator and sailor, shares gripping tales from the turbulent 1998 Sydney to Hobart race. He recounts how a freak storm flipped his yacht upside down, leaving him and his crew trapped for five harrowing minutes. Will delves into the challenges of navigating with limited instruments, the emotional aftermath including survivor's guilt, and the evolution of yachting safety. He also discusses the art of celestial navigation, the impact of GPS on traditional skills, and memorable encounters with wildlife in the Southern Ocean.
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