‘We had right of way’: when British fair play met Russian firepower off the Isle of Wight

Jane and Alan Kelvey’s yacht, Bright Future, encountered the Russian frigate Admiral Grigorovich in the Channel, highlighting a tense moment in Anglo-Russian relations. Despite Jane’s assertion that they had the right of way, the couple wisely chose not to confront the much larger warship. This incident underscores the unpredictable dynamics and potential for conflict in maritime zones amid strained diplomatic ties between the UK and Russia. The Kelveys' experience serves as a stark reminder of the power imbalance and the importance of caution in international waters.