The day started quite normal, with me helming once again. Shortly before breakfast we got word that another competitor, team Izivunguvungu, was running out of water. We contacted them via radio and organised a rendezvous north of our current position. I was curious of how we would transfer the water (140 litres) and 30 cans of 100 Plus (an isotonic drink we have been sponsored with). Both yachts dropped sail to prevent damage with Izivunguvungu aft of us. We drogued a rope to them and tied a sail bag halfway along it. The bag would be pulled back and forth to get the all the water and drinks to them. You could see the guys were VERY happy to have a new supply of water. They finished their first round of cans shortly after the transfer. It was nice to see other faces and exchange some words.
Early the afternoon we received thanks and congratulations from the event organisers for our actions.
The rescue
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