Vendée Globe 2024: Sailors Ready for the Ultimate Challenge

Forty skippers, including international competitors, prepare to embark on the 10th edition of the grueling solo race around the world.

The Vendée Globe, known as the 'Everest of the seas,' will commence on November 10, 2024, from Les Sables-d'Olonne, France.
This year's race features 40 skippers, including six women and two handisport competitors, highlighting the event's growing diversity.
The Musée de la Marine in Paris is hosting an exhibition celebrating the history and technological evolution of the Vendée Globe.
Skippers will navigate perilous waters, including the treacherous Southern Ocean, with advanced monohull designs enhancing their performance.
Legendary sailor Titouan Lamazou, winner of the inaugural 1990 race, remains a celebrated figure, blending his maritime and artistic pursuits.