Dear Southern Ocean,
Thank you for your welcome gift; it is truly a magical site. Many albatross have come to welcome us and we thank you for that wonderful gift.
We are starting to feel the build up to the main event. The breeze has picked up to 30 knots just as you promised; we feel your strength. The crew are fed and dressed in their best, ready to go.
One knows that only the epic parties start after dark and this will be no exception. We fear the only lights at this party will be that of the crew running around on deck, keeping an eye out for one of your many surprises. We know you are going to work us hard tonight.
We look forward to daybreak when we have made it through Day One of your epic rave and may catch another glimpse of your mysterious beauty. Let the party begin!
MAPFRE in the Volvo Ocean Race
