3th participation in 2024
French
Age:47
To prepare in the most effective way for his third Vendée Globe, the 47-year-old sailor began running and then trail running with his partner, a specialist in the discipline. This is a major physical training programme that could play a real role, especially in this solo round-the-world race, known to physically test even the most seasoned sailors.
Architect : VPLP/ Verdier
Construction : 2015, Chantier Multiplast à Vannes
Launch date : 6 August 2015
Former names : Gitana 16 - Edmond de Rotschild, Malizia II - Yacht Club de Monaco
Length : 18.28 m
Beam : 5.70 m
Draught : 4.50 m
Weight: 9 metric tons
Mast height : 29 m
Foils : Yes
Upwind sail area : 290 m2
Downwind sail area : 490 m2