Elies noses ahead
Just a few hours of sailing are left in La Solitaire du Figaro 2013 and the competition for the overall lead remains wide open with Xavier Macaire on Skipper Herault, Yann Elies on Groread more
Pedal to the metal overnight, singlehanded downwind in 30 knots
The Figaro sailors are mid-way through a downwind sleigh ride along the south coast of England, a ‘yeehaa’ ride in 30+ knot winds and a...
Yann Elies back in front
If the Biscay crossing was a blast, then the last 24 hours have proved extremely tricky as the wind shut down off Cape Finisterre yesterday...
Photos: Solitaire du Figaro 2013 leg one start
Images from the start of Le Solitaire du Figaro Eric Bompard cashmere yesterday from Pauillac and on the Gironde river.read more
Downhill across the Bay of Biscay
Paul Meilhat skipper of Skipper MACIFÂ 2011 continues to lead the opening leg of this year's Solitaire du Figaro Eric Bompard cashmere, but who is now...