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Herrmann's Strong Vendée Globe Start
Boris Herrmann's promising start to the Vendée Globe, despite light winds and emotional goodbyes.
German
Germany
SportsCompetitionRaceRecordAdventureSailing
Malizia-SeaexplorerBiothermVulnerableCharalVendée Globe
Boris HerrmannPaul MailhatSam GoodchildArmel Le Cléac'hJérémie Beyou
- How did Boris Herrmann start the Vendée Globe?
- Boris Herrmann had a promising start to his second Vendée Globe, leading the fleet briefly after the start despite challenging light wind conditions.
- Describe the atmosphere at the departure of the race.
- Tens of thousands of spectators lined the canal to see the boats depart, creating an emotional atmosphere for the sailors and their families. Many were in tears as they bid farewell to their loved ones embarking on this challenging race.
- What were the weather conditions like at the start of the race?
- The race was marked by unusually weak winds in November, making it difficult to predict how the field would sort itself out. Paul Mailhat on Biotherm and Sam Goodchild on Vulnerable soon took the lead from Herrmann.
- What did Boris Herrmann say about the Vendée Globe before the start?
- Herrmann described the Vendée Globe as 'one of the last great adventures that still exist,' highlighting the challenging and unique nature of this solo round-the-world sailing race.
- What is the current record for the Vendée Globe, and is it likely to be broken this year?
- The current Vendée Globe record stands at 74 days, 3 hours, 35 minutes, and 46 seconds, set by Armel Le Cléac'h eight years ago. Given the slow initial pace, this record is unlikely to be broken in this edition.