The Volvo Ocean Race is the leading round-the-world yacht race for teams, with a series of stops that give fans the chance to see the boats up close and experience the spectacular In-Port Race series. A small number of sailors have gone on from Youth Worlds success to Volvo Ocean Race challenges:

Sailor	Youth Worlds Success	Volvo Ocean Race Fame
Stuart Bannatyne (NZL)	1989 - gold, Laser	2005-06 - watch captain, movistar 2008-09 - watch captain, Ericsson 4 2011-12 - watch captain, CAMPER with Emirates Team New Zealand
Carolijn Brower (NED)	1991 - gold, Laser Radial	2001-02 - Amer Sports Too
Jordi Calafat (ESP)	1985 - silver, 420 1986 - silver 470	2008-09 - trimmer/driver, Telefonica Blue 2011-12 - helmsman/trimmer, Team Telefonica
Stuart Childerley (GBR)	1984 - gold, Laser	2001-02 - News Corp
Richard Clarke (CAN)	1986 - silver, Laser	2001-02 - Illbruck
Chris Dickson (NZL)	1978 - gold, 420 1979 - gold, 420 1980 - gold, Laser II	1993-94 - Tokio