16 year old teenage sailor Jessica Watson after spending seven months at sea received a hero’s welcome in Australia on Sunday. Prime Minister Kevin Rudd who visited Sydney Opera House to greet Jessica, called her “our newest Australian Hero.” But Jessica declared that she is not a hero, she said, it is not necessary to be something special to achieve something amazing.
After crossing the finish line in 210 days she just collapsed into the arms of her parents, according to the premier of New South Wales state, Ms Watson inspired the nation and she also said, Jessica has proved that life is a risk and who don’t risk never win.
Even after all these achievements, her journey will not be recognized as world record because the World Speed sailing record council has abolished the youngest category. Jessica will turn 17 this Tuesday, but Jessica said it was not about the record, she just did it for herself and her parents. She is happy with what she has done and people are happy for such a hero who sailed alone for 210 days and her come back is being celebrated like a festival in Australia.
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