2nd participation in 2024
German
Age:43
The German skipper has gone from strength to strength since the start of the year, with two second places running in the last two solo Atlantic crossings. His superb performances have made Boris Herrmann one of the favourites for overall victory with only his second appearance. Watch this space...
Architect : VPLP
Construction : 2022, Multiplast
Launch date : 19 July 2022
Length : 18.28 m
Draught : 4.50 m
Mast height : 29 m
Foils : Yes
Upwind sail area : 270 m2
Downwind sail area : 550 m2
To meet this challenge, sailors need a lot of support.
Meet all the team assisting the skipper on this round-the-world voyage.
Designed to withstand all weathers and break speed records...
Find out more about the Vendée Globe yachts
The Vendée Globe race is not without danger!
Find out more about the measures taken to ensure skippers' safety.
