There are many genuine heros amongst us who are constantly doing great selfless things, without reward or recognition. Such as the above story, volunteers, carers, CFA, SES, surf life savers, etc. etc, mostly unpaid. The list is endless.
Well done to Jessica, an outstanding acheivment, but..
Keep in mind also that this is a very highly organised money making, publicity event, right from the start. She is now going to pocket millions. With endless lists of cashed up sponsors including media, agent handling everything etc, except the actual sailing. Anyway, I heard that those boats almost sail themselves.
So much huge financial might in her corner from the beginning, I wonder how "solo" this trip really was, in the true sense of the word.
See now if she talks to anyone without a chequebook.