After winning , he was disqualified .
Born in Kiev , Victor was inspired by South Pacific outriggers to connect two 18 ft ( 5.5 m ) canoes to make a catamaran and enter the Kiev Imperial Yacht Club 's local races .
After winning , Victor was disqualified .
Born in Kiev , Victor was inspired by South Pacific outriggers to connect two 18 ft ( 5.5 m ) canoes to make a catamaran and enter the Kiev Imperial Yacht Club 's local races .