Cornish sailor Sam Goodchild is preparing to compete in the Solitaire du Figaro.

BBC: Sam Goodchild prepares for Solitaire du Figaro solo race

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Earlier this year, Mr Goodchild took part in the Caribbean 600 race, a 600-mile (966 km) route around the Caribbean taking in 11 islands.

BBC: Sam Goodchild prepares for Solitaire du Figaro solo race

Mr Goodchild, 22, is taking part in the race as part of his build-up to the next Vendee Globe solo round the world yacht race in 2016.

BBC: Sam Goodchild prepares for Solitaire du Figaro solo race

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The Solitaire du Figaro is one of a series of solo races, which Mr Goodchild hopes will give him the experience needed to reach his ultimate goal of the 2016 global race.

BBC: Sam Goodchild prepares for Solitaire du Figaro solo race