SAILING , The Jules Verne Trophy Idec Sport Quiberon 24 TV

The decision to set sail on Sunday evening was taken at the last moment in Brest, with lots of uncertainties in the various weather charts. The highly experienced Swiss sailor, Bernard Stamm summed up the attitude of the crew as they cast off: If we waited for ideal conditions, wed never go. The IDEC SPORT maxi trimaran began its attempt at the record held since 2012 by Loïck Peyron in surprising conditions. The first nine hours after leaving Ushant saw them wallowing in an area where there was hardly any wind. It was only early this morning (Monday), that the big blow arrived. This meant that IDEC SPORT was finally able to head towards the SW and pick up speed. Stopped for a long time during the night, the start was puzzling for some observers. Francis Joyon and his men had to remain patient while awaiting the arrival of the strong NNWly winds. The idea was to be ready for the arrival of this front, explained Marcel van Triest, the router for the Maxi trimaran IDEC SPORT, It was onl