3th participation in 2024
French
Age:43
Originally, the skipper from Dunkerque had no plans to pursue a career in ocean racing. However, his above average results convinced Thomas Ruyant that he was born to do this. Taking part for the third time, he is keen to be one of the favourites and enjoy sailing the southern seas.
Architect : Antoine Koch et Finot-Conq
Construction : 2022, CDK Technologies
Launch date : 16 March 2023
Length : 18.28 m
Draught : 4.50 m
Mast height : 29 m
Foils : Yes
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.
