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November 26, 2006 · about 20 years ago

Australian yachtsman rescued after three weeks adrift

An Australian yachtsman has been rescued by Thai marine police after spending three weeks adrift with no engine on a voyage from Australia to the southern Thai city of Phuket. The lone sailor, named as 52-year-old Rocky Donald, had survived on rain water and instant noodles after his rations and dri

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An Australian yachtsman has been rescued by Thai marine police after spending three weeks adrift with no engine on a voyage from Australia to the southern Thai city of Phuket.

The lone sailor, named as 52-year-old Rocky Donald, had survived on rain water and instant noodles after his rations and drinks ran out.

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