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Adirondack High School graduate Kelsey Pfendler completed a solo row from Monterey, California to Oahu, Hawaii in 43 days, becoming the first American woman to finish the trek solo and breaking the previous women’s record (86 days 10 hours 5 minutes) as well as the men’s record (52 days). She arrived to cheering crowds in Honolulu, saying she hadn’t expected the historic outcome.
Cole Brauer, a 29-year-old competitive sailor, made history by becoming the first American woman to sail solo nonstop around the world, completing the 30,000-mile journey and chronicling her experiences on Instagram. Despite facing challenges such as bad weather, injury, and dehydration, she persevered and plans to compete in the Vendee Globe in 2028, aiming to become the first American woman to do so. Brauer hopes to inspire others, emphasizing the importance of embracing one's true self in pursuing their dreams.