Tracy Edwards
Encyclopedia
Tracy Edwards MBE
(born 5 September 1962) is a British
sailor
. In 1989 she skippered the first all-female crew in the Whitbread Round the World Yacht Race
, becoming the first woman to receive the Yachtsman of the Year Trophy and was awarded the Order of the British Empire
.
Order of the British Empire
The Most Excellent Order of the British Empire is an order of chivalry established on 4 June 1917 by George V of the United Kingdom. The Order comprises five classes in civil and military divisions...
(born 5 September 1962) is a British
United Kingdom
The United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern IrelandIn the United Kingdom and Dependencies, other languages have been officially recognised as legitimate autochthonous languages under the European Charter for Regional or Minority Languages...
sailor
Sailor
A sailor, mariner, or seaman is a person who navigates water-borne vessels or assists in their operation, maintenance, or service. The term can apply to professional mariners, military personnel, and recreational sailors as well as a plethora of other uses...
. In 1989 she skippered the first all-female crew in the Whitbread Round the World Yacht Race
Volvo Ocean Race
The Volvo Ocean Race is a yacht race around the world, held every three years. It is named after its current owner, Volvo...
, becoming the first woman to receive the Yachtsman of the Year Trophy and was awarded the Order of the British Empire
Order of the British Empire
The Most Excellent Order of the British Empire is an order of chivalry established on 4 June 1917 by George V of the United Kingdom. The Order comprises five classes in civil and military divisions...
.