France: Route du Rhum yacht race sets off
Summary
The Route du Rhum began on Sunday, with 115 sailors setting off from Saint-Malo for a solo transatlantic yacht race. In light winds, the boats headed along the Brittany coast toward a required checkpoint near Cap Fréhel.Key Facts
- The race started at 12:02 GMT on Sunday.
- A total of 115 sailors are competing.
- Each sailor is making a solo transatlantic crossing.
- The fleet set off from Saint-Malo in mild weather.
- Boats sailed along the Brittany coast toward a mandatory checkpoint near Cap Fréhel.
- Crowds gathered near the checkpoint to watch.
- Competitor Nicolas d’Estais said the conditions were ideal before boarding his yacht, Café Joyeux.
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