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'The workload’s brutal' – Teams prepare to set sail in Volvo Ocean Race's toughest leg

By Abby Wilson, 1News Sport Editor
March 16, 2018

Akzo Nobel are utilising technology to help during their gruelling trip. (Source: Other)

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