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Would you rather: be stuck in a windless zone or sail upwind into the waves? I got both in the same day… After 10 hours trapped in a calm, I’m back on track with 15 knots of wind, but sailing upwind into the waves! Not the most comfortable situation. At least the boat is moving, […]

Three good reasons to celebrate today—perfect excuse for another karaoke session, right? ✅ I’m enjoying a nice calm spell after some really tough conditions these past few days. It feels so good to catch a break! ✅ This morning, I hit the halfway point. A symbolic milestone that gives me a real boost! ✅ And […]

A bit of a special video today. Upon hearing about Pip Hare’s dismasting, I really wasn’t in the mood to talk about my race, the good weather, or the albatrosses. All my thoughts are with you, Pip, and your team. I’m so sorry for you! We know, the Vendée Globe can sometimes be a cruel […]

After 33 days and 22 hours of racing, I’ve just passed the second of the Vendée Globe’s three capes! The Indian Ocean is now behind me, and it’s full speed ahead to the Pacific!The Indian didn’t make things easy—chaotic seas, intense depressions, and some seriously rough nights. But spirits are high, and the boat is […]

Friday strategy update: today’s going to be tough! For the past few days, I’ve been giving it my all on Fortinet – Best Western to stay ahead of the depression creeping up from behind! So far, so good: I’ve managed to move forward efficiently under a crosswind. The strategy is simple: the more I delay […]

It may not sound like it, but making coffee when crossing the Southern Ocean can quickly turn into a risky operation! Between the 30 knots of wind and the raging sea, a disaster is bound to happen… But there are moments when drinking coffee becomes essential, especially when faced with freezing cold!

Radical change of atmosphere on board Fortinet – Best Western. No more videos on deck or beautiful sunsets. We’ve definitely entered the Roaring Forties, and it’s not going easy on us… The sea is wild, I’m hitting speeds of 30 knots, and I had to pull out the helmet. Time to hold course and brace […]

Remember the famous weather buoy I told you about in Les Sables? Well, mission accomplished—it’s now deployed right in the heart of the Roaring Forties! This buoy will transmit real-time data to scientists, including atmospheric pressure, sea temperature, and surface currents. A small action for a big cause—proud to play a part in it!

This morning, after 22 days, 18 hours, and 56 minutes of racing, I’ve just rounded the Cape of Good Hope! The first of the three legendary capes of this round-the-world journey, it’s also the gateway to the Indian Ocean. A great way to start the day! Everything’s good on board, both for the boat and […]