A race that demands guts
All participants sail identical 5.80-meter boats, making it a fair but fiercely competitive event. Success comes down to pure talent, tactics, speed – and a whole lot of courage. The sailors face a 3,000-nautical-mile journey from Lanzarote to Antigua. Since its launch in 2021, the race has gained international attention and continues to attract new entrants. Female sailors are still rare – Viivi is one of just a few.
Viivi’s boat, called Flow, is a unique 5.80-meter sailboat designed for self-building. She ordered the hull from the Netherlands and is now working hard on finishing the vessel. Flow is very compact in size, which brings its own challenges in everything – choosing equipment, packing and sailing itself. The goal is to launch the boat in spring 2026.
A promising young sailor
Viivi started sailing at the age of eight, and her passion was ignited soon after. After high school, she moved on to ocean sailing. One of her biggest adventures so far was the 2023–2024 Ocean Globe Race, a round-the-world race. Viivi was part of the Finnish crew of the Galiana WithSecure boat and gained valuable practical experience from the race. The experience not only sharpened her skills but also opened doors to the international sailing community.
