Jérémie Beyou Secures Fourth Place in Grueling Vendée Globe 2024

After 74 days at sea, Beyou reflects on the challenges of weather, equipment failures, and intense competition in the prestigious solo race.

Jérémie Beyou completed the Vendée Globe 2024 in fourth place, finishing in 74 days, 12 hours, 56 minutes, and 54 seconds.
The race was marked by severe weather conditions and equipment failures, including a broken mainsail hook and foil damage, which impacted Beyou's performance.
Beyou described the race as divided into two distinct competitions, with the top three benefiting from favorable weather patterns that others, including himself, could not capitalize on.
Despite aiming for victory, Beyou expressed pride in his performance, calling the fourth-place finish a personal success given the circumstances.
The 2024 edition of the Vendée Globe has been labeled one of the most competitive in its history, with Charlie Dalin taking first place in just under 65 days.