There were 2 large bags on board Fives Group – Lantana Environnement that Louis was not allowed to open until December 25… It’s done! “I was spoiled! Thank you all! That’s so nice!” … Éole was also part of the party: he offered him a small flow of sector North which allowed Louis to take the ascendancy over his fellow round the world! Everyone is getting back to their old speed this morning, on a road due east…
After more than half a world tour, the 4 dolphins of King John (the latter having taken the flight), stand in 50 small miles (they have 12,500 in their wake...!). Violet is not far away, she comes back strong from the north, just like Conrad… What an incredible race!
New, fresh start
At the time of the breakfast of Christmas, this club of 5 Imoca with drifts: Violette Dorange, Benjamin Ferré, Tanguy the Turk, Sébastien Marsset and Louis gathered in the south of the island Macquarie for a new departure, heading to the East.
Lobster and pole position!
While enjoying his lobster, Louis was the first to exploit this beautiful gift of Eole: a breeze from northern sector come to wake up this ocean too much Pacific for 2 days.
Benjamin is only about 15 miles in his wake, Sébastien about 15 miles north, and Tanguy, 50 miles higher...
The weather situation should remain unstable in the coming hours with weak winds that will gradually orient to the west as they strengthen. The skipper of Fives Group – Lantana Environnement will have to contain the onslaught of his pursuers… The fight promises to be fierce!
A respectuous and circular sporting event
The Fives IMOCA is an "upcycled" boat. Thanks to Louis, it lives a 2nd life!
Louis and his team gave a new life to a very damaged IMOCA because of a fire. This refurbishment undertaking was a real technical challenge... that succeeded in only 10 months!
Louis and his team continue to apply this upcycling principle and optimization research with a constant effort on sobriety throughout this Vendée Globe program.
Louis is also very keen on respecting everyone's work and giving a chance.
The Fives Group, a major partner in this Vendée Globe program, has been seduced by such commitment and values, as it shares the same values and responsibilities.
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