No limits: Ex-Rifleman completes first triple-amputee solo sail across the Pacific

An Army veteran has become the first triple-amputee to sail solo and unsupported across the Pacific Ocean.

Craig Wood lost his left hand, both legs and sustained facial injuries from an IED blast while on patrol in Afghanistan shortly after his 18th birthday.

The former Rifleman said he wanted to do this challenge to "change people's perceptions on what disabled people can do".

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"I genuinely hope this monumental achievement shows others, especially those living with limb loss, that you are capable of far more than you think. There are no limits," he said.

He sailed from Mexico to Japan on a 41ft custom-built aluminium catamaran.

In an Instagram post, he updated his followers by announcing that he had covered 7,506 nautical miles after being at sea for 90 days.

While at sea, he faced unpredictable weather, sleep deprivation and isolation.

On X, The Rifles, with whom Craig served, congratulated the veteran.

It said: "The Regiment is incredibly proud. Swift and Bold [the regimental motto]!"

The challenge was also set to raise £50,000 for Blesma, which supports limbless veterans, and Turn to Starboard, which aims to help personnel readjust to civilian life.