The Sailor Who Walks On Masts

British yachtsman Alex Thomson is famous for performing death-defying stunts at sea. He has walked along the top of his boat's mast while it leaned precariously over the ocean waves.

While most sailors focus solely on winning races, Thomson treats his yacht like an extreme playground. He has famously performed the Keel Walk, where he climbed onto the boat's keel while it was fully tilted in the water. These viral stunts were originally created to showcase his sponsors in a daring way. Beyond the spectacle, he remains one of the world's most competitive solo ocean racers.