Carolijn BROUWER

IMOCA Globe Series-
Points-
Age49 (7/25/75)
Top performanceParticipation in three Volvo Ocean Races and three Olympic Games
Joined Imoca on2025
TeamHolcim-PRB

Profile

Olympics, The Ocean Race… Carolijn Brouwer is one of those sailors with a truly exceptional career. A three-time Olympian and Volvo Ocean Race winner, the Dutch skipper combines experience, versatility, and a winning mindset. No matter the boat, she knows how to perform—and how to win. Now, she’s joining the IMOCA class with Team Holcim-PRB, with one clear goal ahead: The Ocean Race Europe 2025.

Sailing Highlights

2017-8: Volvo Ocean Race - Winner with Dongfeng
2014-5: Volvo Ocean Race - 6th with Team SCA
2001: Europe World Championships - 2nd 
1998: Europe World Championships - Winner
1998: Laser Radial World Championships - 2nd
1996: Europe World Championships - Winner
1993: Laser Radial World Championships - Winner
1991: Laser Radial World Championships - 2nd

Boat

Name HOLCIM - PRB
Sail numberFRA 85
ArchitectGuillaume Verdier
Construction2022, Carrington, Southampton (GB)
Length18,28 m
Beam5,5 m
Draught4,5 m
WeightNC
Mast height29 m
Mast typeWing mast
FoilsYes
Sail area max.
UpwindNC
DownwindNC
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