For the Hamble based sailor this will be his fourth edition of the Volvo Ocean Race, most recently as skipper of Ericsson in 2005-06. Neal will be one of two watch-leaders onboard Green Dragon, he will sail alongside Ireland’s Damian Foxall.
Career Highlights
Volvo Ocean Race
2005-06 Volvo Round the World Race – skipper Ericsson
2001-02 - Whitbread round the world race ASSA ABLOY
1997-98 Whitbread round the world race Silk Cut – Helmsman/Trimmer
America’s Cup
2006-07 Victory Challenge
1994-95 Sydney 95 – mainsheet/tactician
1991 Port Pendenis – tactician and o/s helmsman
Other sailing experience
2003 Jules Verne record attempt onboard Kingfisher 2 – watch leader
2003 First in Rolex Fastnet on Enigma
2003 First in Rolex Middle Sea Race as offshore steerer on Enigma
2001 Won Sydney Hobart on Assa Abloy – skipper
1988 Seoul Olympics - 6th FD crew
