Maxime Leriche

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A few weeks before the 2026 Cannes Yachting Festival, Sanlorenzo launched the first unit of its new Heritage model, named SHE. This yacht draws inspiration from the lines of the 1960s while incorporating a contemporary design. Five units had already been sold before its official unveiling.

The 47th edition of the Tour Voile concluded on Sunday, July 12, in Lorient after nearly three weeks of competition. Région Bretagne - CMB Espoir took the overall title ahead of Dunkerque - Kiloutou. It was a victory built over the course of 32 races, in a fleet where every mistake could cost several places.

The European 49er and 49erFX Championships came to a close in Eckernförde, Germany, with a day without racing. The cancellation of the finals froze the standings. Mathilde Lovadina and Lou Berthomieu took home a silver medal in the 49erFX, the result of a steady climb up the standings throughout the week. A great

Sailing in a swimsuit isn?t exactly commonplace everywhere. So without any clothes at all, the topic quickly sparks reactions. A question posed by the crew of the catamaran Sailing Atypic?which has been sailing around the world since 2019?sparked dozens of stories that recount both the joys of life at sea and the limitations imposed by safety and respect for others.

On Sunday mornings, some people go to Mass or out to buy bread. Erwan Jauffroy chose instead to embark on a world first. Crossing the English Channel without sails, an engine, or a paddle was still just a hypothetical possibility not long ago. Yet Erwan managed to travel from England to Cherbourg using only the energy of the waves. This feat raises as many technical questions as it does athletic ones.

There is now a consensus on the need to preserve Posidonia seagrass beds. However, there are many questions about how to implement these protective measures. Three rulings handed down within a few days illustrate how regulations are becoming increasingly difficult for recreational boaters to understand.

As the 38th America?s Cup approaches, the La Roche-Posay Racing Team looks back on its first campaign in Barcelona. A video released by the French challenge team offers a behind-the-scenes look at this adventure and shows how the lessons learned will inform preparations for the 2027 edition in Naples.

Sailing in Antarctica requires constant vigilance due to drifting ice. To supplement the radar, Team Malizia uses an artificial vision system developed by SEA.AI. Feedback from the Malizia Explorer also contributes to the development of this technology.

The Solitaire du Figaro will switch to a new class of boats starting with the 2028 edition. The Figaro Beneteau 3s will be replaced by Ocean Fifty trimarans. Behind this decision lie two races, two business models, and two visions for skipper training.