Sayula II: The Incredible Voyage That Made History

Few stories embody the spirit of adventure, determination, and a love for the sea as powerfully as that of Sayula II, the legendary Mexican yacht that captured the world's attention by winning the historic Whitbread Round the World Race 1973-1974, one of the most demanding sailing competitions ever created.

This special presentation tells the remarkable story of a voyage that defied expectations. Led by Mexican captain Ramón Carlin Lima, a passionate sailor with only a few years of offshore sailing experience, Sayula II assembled an international crew that embarked on an adventure destined to become part of sailing history.

The Adventure of a Lifetime

At the age of 50, Ramón Carlin made what many considered an impossible decision: to compete in the world's most challenging ocean race. Without a lifetime of professional sailing behind him, he gathered a crew of eleven sailors willing to face unknown waters, violent storms, and thousands of miles of open ocean.

During the first leg of the race, his wife Paquita Carlin joined the crew, adding a remarkable family dimension to an already extraordinary story.

The Race That Made History

The Whitbread Round the World Race took Sayula II through some of the most challenging waters on Earth, confronting hurricane-force winds, towering waves, and extreme conditions across the world's great oceans.

Against all odds, the Mexican yacht outperformed more experienced competitors and claimed overall victory, achieving one of the most significant international sporting accomplishments in Mexican history.

• Overall winner of the Whitbread Round the World Race 1973-1974.
• The first Mexican yacht to win the legendary event.
• An international crew led by Ramón Carlin.
• One of the most inspiring stories in the history of ocean sailing.

A Personal and Family Story

This presentation will be shared by Enrique Carlin Larios, who experienced this extraordinary adventure firsthand and will offer personal memories, reflections, and stories from a journey that became far more than a sporting achievement.

Through his unique perspective, audiences will discover not only the challenges of sailing around the world, but also the human legacy of a father whose passion for the sea inspired an entire family and left a lasting mark on international sailing history.

Beyond Competition

Behind every great adventure lies a deeply human story. Beyond trophies and records, this is the story of a dream that seemed impossible and the people courageous enough to pursue it.

Join us for a unique opportunity to learn about one of Mexico's greatest maritime achievements and discover how determination, vision, and a passion for the ocean carried a crew around the world and into the pages of history.