22:00: Howard James makes his way to the landing steps to place Spot Trackers and assure they are reading at the starting location well in advance of the proposed swim start.
23:00: Howard James makes his way to Ryan Stramrood's accommodation to transfer him to the landing steps. There is a notable focus coming from both Ryan and Leigh. The car is loaded, and they make their way slowly to the location. Asked how he is feeling, Ryan says he is fine and ready.
23:20: They arrive at the landing steps, where a small crowd is gathering. Ryan asks, "Have these people really left their homes to see me jump in the water?" Enchanted Isle and Seahawk Odyssey crews are present, unloading and making their way to the moorings.
23:30: Ryan removes his clothes, leaving only his swimsuit, and Leigh administers Sunblock/Lanolin and Vaseline to Ryan. 
23:35: Leigh takes photos, and Howard informs Ryan how the swim will start: Leigh and Howard will be onboard Seahawk; Howard will raise his arm to inform Ryan he is ready, with Ryan raising his arm to inform he is ready, then a 3, 2, 1 countdown for Ryan to jump in and start his swim.
23:40: Ryan asks about the weather.
23:50: Enchanted Isle is in sight and remains around 50 meters from the landing steps. Seahawk makes its way to the landing steps where Howard and Leigh will embark. Ryan stands on the landing steps, remaining focused, and thanks the crowd for making the effort to see him off at such a time.
00:03: Swim Starts.
00:05: Radio checks between Enchanted Isle, Seahawk and Sea rescue take place, Ryan finds his placement next to the boat. No wind.
00:08: Leigh is finding her bearings on board regarding feeding and seating. There is a feed plan printed.
00:12: There have been a few yachts that have arrived on the island, meaning Seahawk must navigate through the moorings and past Ruperts. Enchanted Isle is behind Seahawk with a spotlight shining over Seahawk and Ryan as planned.
00:15: First Stroke rate count 62spm. Ryan did not know his stroke rate, and it's his first swim for a very long time with no Smart watch.
00:20: Stroke rate taken again, 60spm (aiming to find a relevant stroke count).
00:25: Water temperature 25 C. Navigating past Lobster Pots. Very dark, as expected, with stars and the lights of Jamestown and Ruperts port diminishing.
00:35: Seahawk and Howard joke that there should be no issues with Ryan diverting from the boat, as he is wearing clear goggles, unlike Angus on the previous swim. Ryan swims well next to Seahawk on the left side, as he breathes only to the right.
00:40: Wind 3km/h.
00:45: Ryan is swimming well. Enchanted Isle is behind, around 50 meters.
00:54: Stroke count 60spm, providing a relevant count moving forward.
01:03: FEED - 300ml Carb-Loader, all consumed. Ryan asks if he's happy with the lights - Yes.
01:10: Passed Sugar Loaf. Ryan receives a small bit of backwash from the boat at times. You can see Ryan adapting his water placement to prevent a face full of water.
01:15: Jamie Yon and Leigh are discussing their favourite sharks. The Milky way is out; the photo doesn't do it justice.
01:30: FEED - 300ml Carb-Loader. Leigh asks if the temperature of the drink is good; Ryan replies, "Yes." The feed drinks are being placed on ice in the cool box; Ryan suggests this will be much appreciated later in the swim.
01:45: Jamie Yon swaps with Jamie Essex at the Helm. Ryan 60spm.
02:00: FEED - 300ml Carb-Loader, 32g pouch Peanut Boost. The feeding net being utilized was provided by Angus. Peanut Boost is getting stuck in his mouth - washing it down with Carb drink.
02:12: 10km, Wind Gusts.
02:25: Flying fish around them; Lone rock passing.
02:30: 6km wind.
02:30: FEED - 300ml Carb-Loader.
02:37: Conditions are bumpy but not major.
02:45: All is quiet on-board Seahawk. Enchanted Isle places a spotlight on the island, enabling an intimidating backdrop. Ryan 60spm.
02:50: Swell is building; Seahawk is slightly bumping on the swell.
02:55: St Helena airport light is in sight.
03:00: FEED - 300ml Carb-Loader, 4 pieces of peaches in a bottle. Ryan urinates. Jamie Yon puts on his coat.
03:05: Leigh places a can of Coke in the feed bottle ready for the next feed.
03:10: Looking at the airport light, other than the small red light, it is just pitch black.
03:22: Jamie Essex hands out peanut clusters to all on Seahawk.
03:25: Enchanted Isle is around 40 meters on their left. Ryan is receiving a little backwash from the boat and moves himself a little further from Seahawk, out of the backwash. Howard and Jamie Yon/Essex recall a swell on Angus's swim at this location.
03:30: FEED - Coke. Ryan urinates. Ryan asks what the red light is; Leigh informs him it's the Airport. It doesn't seem to get any closer.
03:35: Leigh prepares the next feed, decanting from a 5-liter water bottle into the feed bottle with care and focus.
03:45: General chit-chat on the boat, comparing locations from previous swims.
04:00: FEED - Chicken/Veg Baby food 110ml pouch. Ryan states he is not living the dream regarding the conditions. At this point, Jamie Yon, Essex, and Howard suggest it's like the previous swim, although for a longer time period.
04:15: Leigh lies down for a short while.
04:25: Ryan stops suddenly, as he swallowed some water. Ryan is in a washing machine, and you can notice his frustration that it won't break for a minute.
04:30: FEED - 300ml Carb-Loader, Caffeine Gel. Ryan says it's awful conditions, and he cannot find a rhythm.
04:50: 15kmh Wind/Washing Machine/Dark.
04:55: Ryan takes a couple of seconds for a breath. Conditions continue as a washing machine, and you can see his frustration with the darkness and conditions. Ryan has been battered for the last 30 minutes. The crew makes a joke that it would be better in dark goggles so they can't see the frustration in his eyes. Leigh is wearing a watch on the boat that suggests even in these conditions, his pace has improved. Howard suggests it will settle.
05:00: FEED - 300ml Carb-Loader, Peanut Butter Gel, 2 Panado. Ryan urinates.
05:05: Ryan shares concern he is behind schedule; whatever that schedule is, it seems he must have one in his mind.
05:10: Leigh makes the next feed; feeds are still being kept in the cool box. Even in the washing machine, Ryan was able to remove the lid from a Tupperware container to retrieve the Panado and place it back into the fishing net feed stick.
05:15: Stroke rate 57spm.
05:24: Conditions have improved very slightly. 60 spm. All onboard can make out early stages of a sunrise in the distance.
05:30: FEED - 60 spm, 300ml Carb-Loader, 2 small pieces of Snickers. 120 seconds. They inform Ryan more chop is coming up; Ryan asks why they can't swim out further.
05:39: 15kmh Wind.
05:45: As the sun rises, more light allows Ryan to be further away from the boat in better water and see what's in front regarding conditions.
05:55: Enchanted Isle radios Seahawk, asking if anyone would like a cup of coffee.
06:00: FEED - 300ml Carb-Loader. Ryan urinates. Leigh asks Ryan to look at the Sunrise; Ryan replies, "It's beautiful." Ryan takes a little strain off his shoulder by stretching and pondering.
06:05: Water temperature 24C.
06:10: Enchanted Isle pulls up alongside Seahawk with coffee and a box of sandwiches.
06:20: 6kmh Wind/Still a little backwash but no wind. Stroke rate dropped slightly, assuming just to take some strain off shoulders rather than a bigger issue.
06:25: Leigh does a little bailing at the stern; Ryan ups his stroke rate to 56, confirming he was just taking a rest.
06:30: FEED - 300ml Carb-Loader. Ryan suggests the current is holding him. It's not; they are moving and moving well.
06:35: Ryan suddenly stops and informs everyone a Whale Shark is beneath him. This comes as positive feedback from Ryan, and they hope it puts him in a happy place. The crew says, "Ok, carry on."
06:46: Wind 7kmh.
06:55: Stroke rate 57.
06:57: Enchanted Isle is around 40 meters away to their left, with Ryan swimming between the 2 support boats. All on board Seahawk are waiting for the Sandy Buoys to come into sight.
07:00: FEED - Coke. Ryan is informed the chop will be here for a little while. He says sarcastically, "Oh really?
07:06: Wind 14kmh.
07:15: Stroke rate 54spm. Washing machine conditions as they head towards the Sandy Buoys.
07:22: Sandy Buoys in sight. Ryan 58 spm.
07:30: FEED - 4 peach slices, 300ml Carb-Loader. Leigh informs Ryan they're approaching halfway. Ryan is quiet. Ryan urinates.
07:39: 55spm.
07:44: Sandy Buoys are getting closer slowly, and Speary Island is getting bigger, although a distance away currently.
07:50: 60 spm.
07:57: Leigh asks to stop for a feed; Howard and Jamie Yon agree they should wait 5 minutes to pass the Sandy Buoys. The Sandy Buoys are rock formations, and with the swell, they don't want to get too close. By continuing for just 5 minutes, they can get past and feed safely.
08:05: FEED - 300ml Carb-Loader. Leigh thanks Ryan for his understanding past the buoys. Ryan urinates and stretches out. Sandy Bay allows cell phone signal, where all on Seahawk and Enchanted Isle can receive/send messages/updates.
08:29: Ryan shouts, "Water and Gel" for a feed.
08:35: 300ml water, Caffeine Gel. Ryan urinates. Ryan asks how they all are; Leigh returns the question, and Ryan states he's fine, although he can feel it.
09:00: FEED - Coke, Macadamia nut pouch, 300ml Carb-Loader, 2 Panado. Changes goggles to suit daylight.
09:15: Leigh asks Jamie Yon to pull up on Ryan's left to gain some landscape backdrop images.
09:28: Conditions are flattening. They're not sure Ryan would agree, but it is.
09:30: FEED - 300ml Carb-Loader. Leigh asks if he wants anything to eat; Ryan replies, "A Rolo on the next feed." Ryan throws the feed bottle. Ryan explains his nose is blocked, and the product that could assist ran out in his bag. It's common for Ryan's nose to get blocked on long swims.
10:00: FEED - 300ml Water, Rolo. Ryan informs again about his nose. Johnny is on his kayak and places himself on Ryan's left-hand side, saying hi.
10:11: Leigh prepares the next feed. Speary Island is in sight. Navigating through Speary requires deviation from the island itself, as it's too shallow with rock formations, which they believe could frustrate the swimmer.
10:30: FEED - 300ml Carb-Loader.
10:39: Navigating through Speary Island.
10:42: You can see fatigue setting in. However, Ryan remains fully coherent and acknowledges all conversation directed at him.
10:45: Ryan pauses, takes in his surroundings while through Speary. Ryan urinates.
10:57: 60 spm. Enchanted Isle pulls up alongside Seahawk with lunch (soup made by Maryland, Jamie Essex's auntie).
11:00: FEED - Leigh takes a risk and provides Ryan some soup, which is well received by all. Ryan has a stretch, finds focus, and carries on.
11:15: Stroke rate 60spm.
11:30: FEED - Leigh provides more soup, which Ryan states he's been looking forward to, and thanks Leigh. He looks back at Speary Island and suggests the rock looks like a baboon. Ryan informs Leigh what he'd like on the next feed.
11:45: Wind 30kmh Gust.
12:00: FEED - Red Bull, 4 peach slices, 2 Panado.
12:15: Leigh lies back to rest for less than 10 minutes.
12:20: Enchanted Isle is 40 meters away on their left. Ryan stops to urinate.
12:25: A large Manta ray is spotted; Leigh asks if she can jump in. It's agreed, as conditions allow, Leigh can jump in to look at the Manta, and Enchanted Isle will pick her up. She grabs her fins and mask, but they've lost sight of the Manta ray. Leigh remains onboard Seahawk. The crew on Enchanted Isle looks out for another sighting.
12:30: FEED - Clicks Chicken/Veg baby food is offered along with Red Bull. Ryan accepts Red Bull, not baby food, and asks for a Gel. He asks if that's Egg Island in front; yes, is the reply. This assures them Ryan is fully coherent and has studied the route to know of such landmarks. 15hrs 30 mins looks to be a time for completion.
12:40: Leigh gets in with fins and mask to gain some underwater images/video. She's certainly not swimming next to Ryan and seems more interested in diving down, looking at marine life. Enchanted Isle will pick her up should she fall back, allowing Seahawk to remain at Ryan's side.
12:45: Rough-tooth Dolphins are in sight, a way off. Leigh remains behind Ryan, filming.
13:00: FEED - 300ml Carb-Loader. Ryan is happy in himself but acknowledges the aches. He'd like to go faster, which in his mind is possible, but physically acknowledges he can't. Asks Leigh for water and Gel on the next feed.
13:15: All on Seahawk are relaxed, watching Ryan. All Enchanted crew are spaced out on the deck.
13:20: Ryan 60 spm and urinates, taking some strain from the shoulders. Conditions are great, no wind, almost perfect, with a gentle swell. All believe these conditions will remain as they continue up the leeward side of the island.
13:30: FEED - 300ml Water, Gel.
13:45: All are calm and relaxed, all awake but quiet, watching Ryan.
14:00: FEED - 300ml Carb-Loader. Leigh informs Ryan there's lots of positivity on the WhatsApp group, which Ryan responds to. Ryan is in good spirits, although tired. Ryan requests Revive at the next feed.
14:20: Jamestown Moorings become visible in the distance.
14:30: FEED - 300ml Water, Revive electrolytes. Leigh asks Ryan if Howard allows her to get in and swim with him. Ryan says, "Of course, but please swim behind and take off your watch." Leigh removes her watch and gets ready while Ryan continues. Howard asks Leigh to jump in off the right-hand side of the boat and swim behind the vessel and then come up to Ryan from behind, rather than jumping in front of him and waiting for him to catch up. Leigh agrees and does exactly that.
14:38: Ryan stops to ponder and look forward. Leigh notices he stops and keeps her distance.
14:40: Leigh continues to swim with Ryan but always remains a body length behind, not slowing Ryan down neither enhancing. Ryan and Leigh are a couple, and it's obvious they support each other on their individual challenges; by her being in the water, Howard does believe it helps support Ryan.
14:46: Ryan stops again for a ponder. Not sure if he's having a wee or just tired. His stroke is still clean; he's just showing signs of fatigue. Again, Leigh keeps her distance. Howard doesn't ask any questions, just lets him ponder, stretch, and then carry on. 15-second stop.
14:53: Leigh makes her way back to Seahawk and climbs out of the water. Ryan carries on.
14:55: FEED - 300ml Carb-Loader. Ryan thanks Leigh for swimming with him.
14:56: The Long Ledge is approaching. Seahawk Jamie Yon ask Ryan to swim closer so they can go between the island and the Long Ledge rock formation.
15:00: Ryan is called closer to Seahawk, enabling Ryan to swim in the middle of Enchanted Isle and Seahawk as they pass through the Long Ledge and have the drone above them.
15:10: Ryan ponders for 10 seconds, stretches out, and continues. Stroke is clean.
15:15: Another ponders. Leigh encourages; Ryan states the wind is back in his face, which isn't great. There is a slight surface wind pushing water into his face; it's certainly not like they've experienced earlier on in the swim, nevertheless, they can relate to the frustration at this stage.
15:20: FEED - 300ml Revive, Caffeine Gel. Ryan takes a sip and asks if it's Revive; Leigh says, "Yes."
15:36: All are approaching the bright Yellow Wreck Frontier Buoy.
15:40: Ryan ponders; Leigh encourages; Ryan states the wind is back in his face, which isn't great.
15:50: 26kmh Wind Gust.
16:00: All can see the MV Caroline in the distance, on route to Ruperts Bay from Ascension Island. Leigh offers Ryan a Red Bull, which he accepts.
16:15: Howard James speaks to Leigh, asking her to monitor him throughout the night for any irregularities that may cause concern and asks Leigh not to let Ryan take a warm/hot bath until the morning.
16:30: Ryan stops and asks for directions, as they must stay to the outside of the moorings due to ropes and inside the yachts' moorings, like a channel. Wind 22kmh.
16:40: Ryan stops to ask directions; he's told to swim towards the red buoy before making his way to the landing steps. There is a crowd, and they can hear chants of, "Ryan, Ryan, Ryan."
16:50: Ryan approaches the landing steps, raises his right arm in triumph,
Ryan raises his right arm in triumph and swims towards the landing steps, placing his hand on the concrete to mark the completion of the swim.
 The crowd erupts in cheers. He pushes off the side with his feet, floats onto his back, and acknowledges the crowd's applause.

Seahawk moves in, steps are placed off the side pontoon, and crew members assist Ryan aboard. He stands up, hugs Leigh, and turns to the crowd once more, expressing his gratitude.

Seahawk Odessey takes Ryan to Enchanted Isle, where he is able compose himself while the crew monitors his condition. After 15 minutes, Enchanted Isle arrives at the landing steps, and the crowd erupts in cheers. As he steps of the vessel, well-wishers congratulate him, Ryan thanks the crowd for their support and love, sharing that the swim was tough and won't be repeated by him.

Enchanted Isle and Seahawk unload belongings onto the landing steps before returning to their moorings. Photos are taken, and a sense of accomplishment fills the air, with the boat support crew, crowd, and Ryan himself basking in the atmosphere.

The Emergency Services are notified that they're no longer needed and can stand down. Leigh and Ryan take a quiet moment to soak in the achievement before deciding to head home, letting the day's events sink in