Boris Herrmann Begins Vendée Globe with Promising Start

The German sailor navigates challenging conditions as the solo round-the-world race kicks off from Les Sables-d'Olonne.

Boris Herrmann, on his second Vendée Globe, initially led the fleet in light wind conditions, demonstrating strong early performance.
The race, known as the 'Mount Everest of sailing,' covers over 45,000 kilometers with participants facing extreme weather and isolation.
Paul Mailhat and Sam Goodchild quickly took the lead, but Herrmann remains competitive among the frontrunners.
The event saw emotional farewells from tens of thousands of spectators as 40 solo sailors departed for their months-long journey.
The current record for the Vendée Globe stands at 74 days, and while breaking it seems unlikely, the top competitors, including Herrmann, are closely watched.