Jessica Watson is an Australian explorer who achieved the remarkable feat of becoming the youngest person to sail unassisted around the world without stopping. Born on May 18, 1993, she set off on her journey in October 2009 and completed it in May 2010, having sailed a total of 21,600 nautical miles.
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Age, Biography and Wiki
💰 Net worth: $15 Million (2024)
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About
Explorer who became the youngest person to sail unassisted around the world without stopping in May 2010. The journey spanned 21,600 nautical miles and lasted from October 2009 to May 2010.
Before Fame
She lived with her family on a cabin cruiser for five years, and she spent time living in a double-decker bus.
Trivia
She has garnered some criticism due to her trip not meeting official World Sailing Speed Record Council criteria.
Family Life
Her parents are New Zealanders Roger and Julie Watson.
Associated With
She successfully circumnavigated the globe like Ferdinand Magellan, who was the first person to do so.