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The Legendary Story of the Tenacious

The Tenacious is not just any ship. This iconic Sparkman & Stephens 61-foot sailing yacht, built in 1972 – was a winner from its very first race. The history of this masterpiece of sailing technology and design is intertwined with the names of legendary sailors, grand competitions, and epic world voyages.

An Unbeatable Racing Career
From the beginning, Tenacious was known as a racing champion. One of her most famous owners was Ted Turner, the legendary American entrepreneur and sailor. Under Turner's leadership, the ship won the prestigious and infamous 1979 Fastnet Race, despite the stormy conditions that made this edition one of the toughest ever. The ship also claimed other significant victories, such as the Miami-Nassau Race, the Cowes Week Series, and the Bermuda Race.

A look at this iconic race? Watch a documentary about the 1979 Fastnet Race with Turner at the helm via this [link](http//www.jobsonsailing.com/9-videos/53-ted-turner-s-greatest-race-the-1979-fastnet).

A World Traveler under Warren Brown
Around 1982, the Dora IV was sold to Warren Brown, a well-known Bermudian sailor. He renamed the ship War Baby. Under his management, the ship continued to excel in competitive sailing, participating in events such as the 'Antigua Sailing Week', the Bermuda Race, and numerous regattas in the Mediterranean.

But *War Baby* became more than a racing yacht. Brown undertook some of the most adventurous voyages a sailing ship has ever made. He sailed to remote and challenging destinations such as Spitsbergen, Antarctica, Greenland, and Easter Island. It is estimated that the ship covered more than 200,000 nautical miles under his management – a testament to her reliability and seaworthiness.

Restoration A New Life
Since 2005, the Tenacious has been ashore at Stofberg en Zn. in Enkhuizen, where she has undergone an extensive restoration. Crucial structural elements, including hull sections, frames, stringers, and floors, have been replaced with the help of renowned experts such as Sparkman & Stephens USA, Kees Kaptein, and Ben Korner Naval Architects. This restoration was carried out with one goal: to restore the ship to its original glory, ready to conquer the world again.
In addition, part of the interior has been renewed with high-quality materials, carefully preserving the authentic appearance of the ship. This offers the future owner the opportunity to customize the finish to their own wishes.

A Brilliant History
The Dora IV, later known as Tenacious and War Baby, is more than a ship – she is a floating legend. Her heritage is even immortalized in a scale model proudly displayed at the prestigious New York Yacht Club (NYYC).

The Chance of a Lifetime
The Tenacious is now awaiting a new owner who will appreciate her rich history and make her future as glorious as her past. This is a unique opportunity to acquire a true piece of sailing history and become part of her story.

Are you ready to make history with the Tenacious? Contact us to view this legendary ship and discover how you can shape her next chapter.

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