"When we signed Virtual Skipper 3, top of our wish-list was getting Ellen involved, so we are delighted she has agreed to come on board, " said Leo Zullo, marketing director for Digital Jesters.

According to Zullo, MacArthur is getting very involved, working with the media and using the software to launch her Australian-built B&Q trimaran on the LIBS press day.

"Virtual Skipper 3 completely captures the emotions and challenges that you have to face when racing and evokes the demands, skills and techniques necessary at the top-end of competitive sailing, " said MacArthur.