Single-handed, double-handed, crewed, across the Atlantic or around the world... At the age of 39, Sébastien Marsset is one of those all-round skippers, renowned for his ability to shine both at the head of his own project and as a first-rate crew member on prestigious teams.
In just over ten years, he has gone from a first transatlantic race in a Mini (a 6.50 metre sailboat) to a round-the-world record aboard Spindrift, a 40 metre trimaran, raced in two Volvo Ocean Races and contested the 2019 Transat Jacques Vabre in the IMOCA class.
Versatile on the water, Sebastien is also versatile on land, showing the same dedication in his physical preparation as in his study of the weather, the same enthusiasm in the technical management of his projects as in his relationships with his partners. Married with two children, it is in this spirit of perfection that he has set himself the clear goal of lining up at the start of the Vendée Globe 2024.
2019: Solitaire Urgo le Figaro - 14th
2018: Route du Rhum – ABD
2019: Drheam Cup - 7th
2016: World Tour with Spindrift in 47days
2014-2015: Volvo Ocean Race (Alvimedica)
2011-2012: Volvo Ocean Race (Groupama 4) - 1st
2007: Mini Transat 6.50
| Name | FOUSSIER |
|---|---|
| Sail number | FRA 83 |
| Architect | Farr Yacht Design |
| Construction | 2006, JMV Industries, Cherbourg |
| Former names | DELTA DORE, Bureau Vallée, Vers un monde sans sida, COMPAGNIE DU LIT / JILITI, Cap Agir Ensemble |
| Length | 18,28 m |
| Beam | 5,75 m |
| Draught | 4,50 m |
| Weight | 8,5 tonnes |
| Mast height | 29 m |
| Mast type | Mât classique |
| Foils | No |
| Sail area max. | |
| Upwind | 300 m2 |
| Downwind | 620 m2 |
The Vendée Globe is not only an exceptional human and sporting adventure. Behind each race also lies a major scientific contribution, often unknown to the general public.
•••The Vendée Globe solo round-the-world race, which sets sail from Les Sables D’Olonne on November 10th, is a test of sailing skill, of sporting competitiveness and endurance for both boat and sailor.
•••In this new episode, we joined Sébastien Marsset, skipper of the IMOCA Foussier. During 24 hours spent at sea with him, he shared his journey towards the Vendée Globe 2024 – a path filled with obstacles, often unpredicta…
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