The historic Nelson’s Dockyard witnessed the arrival of the last team in this year’s World’s Toughest Row on Saturday, February 24, at 17:04 local time.

After 73 days, 12 hours, and 3 minutes, Mark and Dani Jones of team ‘For Better Oar Worse’ completed the phenomenal challenge.

Their two children cheered them on from the Fort Berkeley lookout, and the sun set in the backdrop, creating a captivating scene.

The couple fought valiantly until the final oar stroke, proving to their children that anything is possible.

The race this year witnessed the tragic passing of the skipper of Australian team, Aussie Old Salts, Alisdair Putt, on 4th January 2024.

His death due to a cardiac event sent shock waves throughout the entire fleet. The entire race is dedicated to his memory, and a lot of thoughts go to not only his team-mates but also his family.

Despite the challenging weather systems, with the most northerly and southerly routes taken by the teams, the premier event in ocean rowing once again proved to be an incredible experience for rowers and spectators alike.

Antigua and Barbuda played a wonderful host to the participants and their families, and the race saw some dub it as the toughest endurance race on the planet.

The race has come to an end, marking the end of yet another magical journey embarked on by rowers, their families, the Atlantic Ocean, and the beautiful island of Antigua.