Ross Hubbard, a seasoned sailor from sunny California, is all set to participate in the Global Solo Challenge 2027-2028. This determined sailor is not a newcomer to the world of solo sailing. With decades of experience under his belt, Hubbard is ready to transform his lifelong dream into a thrilling reality.
The call of adventure was instilled in Hubbard at the tender age of 11 when he first discovered the National Geographic series chronicling Robin Lee Graham’s remarkable solo circumnavigation aboard the vessel Dove. That gripping series gave Hubbard a glimpse into a life he yearned for - that of an ocean adventurer.
The clock is ticking down to a thrilling climax at the iQFOiL Senior European Championship held in the scenic Sferracavallo. On what was meant to be the penultimate day of racing, light and unstable winds made competition impossible. The forecast had failed to deliver, the Gulf of Palermo remained tranquil, and no races could be held across any fleet. As a result, the standings from the end of the qualification series lasted into the next day, cementing the top ten competitors in both the men’s and women’s categories for the upcoming, high-stakes Medal Series.