Geoff Holt on Radio 4

[Ubergeekian]

Did anyone else catch Geoff Holt on PM today? I thought he came across superbly, with the quiet, laconic approach to difficulties which goes with the greatest traditions of British yachting. Surely a strong candidate for Yachtsman of the Year - and as worthy of honour as Dame Ellen.

 

[Elessar]

Yep. A good long interview too, with some good questions to get the story out. He came across as a most inspirational man. Its on the iplayer ("pm" programme today 7th).

 

[BlueChip]

Did anyone else catch Geoff Holt on PM today? I thought he came across superbly, with the quiet, laconic approach to difficulties which goes with the greatest traditions of British yachting. Surely a strong candidate for Yachtsman of the Year - and as worthy of honour as Dame Ellen.

He is a charming and a genuinely nice fellow, he spoke at the Westerly Owners Association AGM last year about his Round Britain sail and a nicer bloke it would be difficult to imagine. Despite his immense handicap he leads a full life and is a superb ambassador for our sport.

In the PM interview, he was anchored of the beach waiting for customs clearance and when he spoke of how he could see his young son standing on the beach and calling to him, it bought tears to my eyes.

I'd recommend him as an inspirational speaker at any event and I hope he gets the awards and honours that he richly deserves.

 

[Ubergeekian]

He is a charming and a genuinely nice fellow, he spoke at the Westerly Owners Association AGM last year about his Round Britain sail and a nicer bloke it would be difficult to imagine. Despite his immense handicap he leads a full life and is a superb ambassador for our sport.

In the PM interview, he was anchored of the beach waiting for customs clearance and when he spoke of how he could see his young son standing on the beach and calling to him, it bought tears to my eyes.

Me too. One of the best interviews I've heard on the radio in ages

I'd recommend him as an inspirational speaker at any event and I hope he gets the awards and honours that he richly deserves.

From http://www.direct.gov.uk/en/Governm...UKgovernment/Honoursawardsandmedals/DG_067917

Knight/Dame

Awarded for a pre-eminent contribution in any field of activity, through:

• achievement or service to the community usually, but not exclusively, at national level
• in a capacity which will be recognised by peer groups as inspirational and significant nationally and
• which demonstrates sustained commitment

Sounds spot on to me. Shall we do a nomination? Could YM take this up?