However , CNN affiliate TVNZ reported that Laura , who was born off the coast of New Zealand and began sailing solo when she was 10 , may attempt to obtain a Kiwi passport which would allow her to start her round the world trip from New Zealand shores instead . Sarah Dekker , 13 , wants to become youngest person to sail solo around globe . Dutch social media says it is too dangerous and impossible to prevent her . She may apply for New Zealand passport to start sailing there instead . Comes as 17-year - old English girl breaks current record .
Sarah Dekker , 13 , wants to become youngest person to sail solo around globe . Dutch social media says it is too dangerous and impossible to prevent her . She may apply for New Zealand passport to start sailing there instead . Comes as 17-year - old English girl breaks current record .