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february 11: Three months at sea, heading for the finish of the Vendée Globe
After three months of single-handed ocean racing, the Vendée Globe skippers are entering the final stage of their journey. This morning, Denis Van Weynbergh (D'Ieteren Group) crossed the equator, joining the other competitors in the North Atlantic. The final straight now begins, full of uncertainties and weather traps. Crossing the Doldrums remains a dreaded experience. Manu Cousin recalls: "This time, it's particularly active, much more so than those I've crossed before. The skies are dark, thunderstorms are breaking out everywhere, and torrents of water are pouring down without respite." For Jingkun Xu (Singchain âeuros Team Haikou), every strategic decision is crucial: "I haven't yet decided whether I'll go north or south of the Azores." In this race, where the mind plays a key role, each skipper has his or her own rituals for holding on. Manu Cousin listens to the radio to keep in touch with land. Fabrice Amedeo, for his part, concentrates on the pleasure of sailing, even at the back of the pack.
february 12: an unclassified human adventure
Skipper Éric Bellion has completed his Vendée Globe out of the race after 93 days at sea. Forced to abandon due to major damage, he continued his round-the-world voyage outside the rankings, symbolizing an extraordinary human and technical adventure. Sailing an IMOCA boat of sober design, without foils, he proves that it is possible to enjoy extraordinary experiences without excessive means. His tenacity illustrates that true victory lies in personal achievement and the ability to adapt to the unexpected.
february 13: between ingenuity and introspection, the last miles at sea
Arnaud Boissières, skipper of La Mie Câline, reached Martinique after sailing under jury rig following a dismasting on January 30 during his 5th Vendée Globe. Forced to abandon, he nonetheless showed ingenuity and courage to complete his route safely to the port of Le Marin. His boat will be repatriated to mainland France. Despite this premature end, "Cali" is determined to set sail again and take on new challenges.
Antoine Cornic, skipper of Human Immobilier, is finishing his Vendée Globe in a very special atmosphere: trapped in a calm sea, he is making slow progress towards Les Sables d'Olonne. Where others are battling against the elements, he is enjoying a smooth transition, savoring these last moments of introspection before returning to land. Meanwhile, Oliver Heer and Jingkun Xu continue to make good speed, avoiding the major lows and also closing in on the finish. All are on the verge of completing this exceptional adventure.
february 14: Antoine Cornic, 28th in the Vendée Globe, realizes his dream
After 96 days at sea, Antoine Cornic has crossed the finish line of the Vendée Globe, taking 28th place. Aboard his IMOCA boat Human Immobilier, he battled storms and damage, including a spectacular repair in the Indian Ocean. Rounding Cape Horn marked an emotional turning point for the skipper. Without pressure to perform, but with passion and resilience, he completed this round-the-world voyage twenty years after his first attempt, transforming a personal quest into a resounding success.
