The Vendee Globe around the world fleet sails away from Les Sables, but not without some early damage. Betrand De Broc had to return due to a small hole in the hull of his boat, after a collision with one of his rigid inflatable support boats 25 minutes before the start. He will be re-starting soon. The more significant report comes from early race leader Marc Guillemot onboard Safran, who had to turn around and head back to Les Sables after hearing a loud "bang". He has now been forced to retire from the race - the keel had broken off !
The Vendee Globe is the single most compelling event in our sport. Yes, it’s too French. And yes, until now the organizers didn’t seem to care if anyone outside France noticed. But that is all changing, and very, very quickly, and we’re extremely excited that this move comes just as the deepest and most equal fleet ever sets off into the stormy Atlantic.
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