Prince William expressed his strong support for an ambitious 850-mile trek across Antarctica. Explorer Max Worsley is gearing up to venture across the icy continent on skis later this year, aiming to reach the South Pole. This challenging expedition comes a decade after Max’s father, Henry Worsley, tragically lost his life on the same journey.
Prince William has been announced as the patron of the upcoming expedition, continuing his role from Henry’s previous Antarctic expeditions. Max, 31, will embark on this journey in November alongside Norwegian adventurer Martin Nesse, skiing unsupported from the edge of Antarctica to the South Pole, the southernmost point on Earth.
Facing extreme conditions with temperatures dropping to -40C, fierce winds, and a climb up to 2,800m above sea level, Max will follow the exact 1,400km route that his father took to the South Pole a decade ago. The Onwards Expedition aims to raise funds for the Earthshot Prize and the British Exploring Society.
The Prince of Wales commended Max’s bravery, reflecting on the legacy of Henry Worsley and highlighting the importance of Antarctica’s role in preserving the planet’s health. Max Worsley expressed gratitude for Prince Charles’ patronage, emphasizing the expedition’s focus on raising awareness about Antarctica’s crucial environmental significance and inspiring young individuals to connect with nature.
Henry Worsley, a renowned British Army officer and polar explorer, led various expeditions before his untimely passing in 2016 during a solo Antarctic crossing attempt. Despite his extensive experience, Henry succumbed to severe exhaustion and dehydration just 30 miles away from completing his journey, leading to his tragic demise in Chile after battling organ failure.
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