"Maine Sailor Makes History as First American Woman to Solo Sail Around the World"
Cole Brauer, a sailor from Maine, has become the first American woman to sail non-stop around the world solo, covering 27,000 miles in 4 months as part of the Global Solo Challenge. She finished second overall and was the only woman competing in the race, gaining a large social media following by sharing her raw emotions and experiences during the journey. Mentored in sailing at Boothbay Harbor, Brauer plans to spend time with family before deciding on her next steps.
