LUKE NEL
Captain
From a young age I was an avid sportsman, excelling in athletics, cricket and rugby at a provincial level. Surfing turned into a passion and then helping out with washdowns and regattas at the Royal Cape Yacht Club became the next logical step for me. Serendipitously a motorcycle accident prevented me from moving abroad and pursuing my cricket career. Hence, my focus turned to yachting. I began in 1999 in Mallorca and in 2000 and got my first permanent job and never looked back. I feel fortunate to do something I love and am passionate about, truly blessed.