The Vendée Globe is a solo race, but it’s also a true team adventure! Behind every skipper, there’s a passionate team making it all possible. A huge shoutout to those who work behind the scenes to keep the dream alive! 🙌🏼💙 #GoCircular #IMOCA #VendéeGlobe

75 days, 07 hours, and 49 minutes to... finish the journey around the Earth 🌍✨ © polaRYSE #IMOCA #Sailing #Sailor #VendeeGlobe

A moment we will never forget ✨🤍🌍 © polaRYSE #GoCircular #IMOCA #VendeeGlobe

𝐍𝐢𝐜𝐨𝐥𝐚𝐬 𝐋𝐮𝐧𝐯𝐞𝐧 𝐟𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐬𝐡𝐞𝐬 𝟔𝐭𝐡 𝐢𝐧 𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐟𝐢𝐫𝐬𝐭 𝐕𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐞́𝐞 𝐆𝐥𝐨𝐛𝐞! 🔥 At 20:51 local time yesterday, Nicolas Lunven crossed the finish line of his first Vendée Globe. 📲 Read more ‣ #IMOCA #GoCircular #VendeeGlobe

Measuring sea surface temperature helps quantify global warming. Scientists use this data to predict sea level rise and understand its impact on coastal communities. This information is critical for developing strategies to adapt to our changing world. 🌎🐋🩵

[ THE POWER OF CITIZEN SCIENCE ] 🌎🌊 As we race through the #SouthernOcean, we’re collecting vital data to protect our planet. With the #OceanPack, we measure CO2, salinity, and more—powering climate research where it’s needed most. #GoCircular #IMOCA #VendeeGlobe

Catch up on Nicolas Lunven’s exciting first week in the Vendée Globe! #IMOCA #VendéeGlobe #VG2024

Flat sea + easy winds = 🩵

Vendée Globe | Day 3 : breaking the record for the longest solo distance sailed in 24 hours! 💥🚀 #IMOCA #IMOCA60 #VendeeGlobe

𝐍𝐢𝐜𝐨𝐥𝐚𝐬 𝐋𝐮𝐧𝐯𝐞𝐧 𝐛𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐤𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐨𝐫𝐝 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐥𝐨𝐧𝐠𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐬𝐨𝐥𝐨 𝐝𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐬𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐞𝐝 𝐢𝐧 𝟐𝟒 𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐬! He has just covered 546.60 nautical miles in 24 hours, or 1,012.30 km. *Pending official certification by WSSRC #IMOCA

After setting off yesterday in very light conditions, the wind gradually picked up through the night and into today. Conditions are getting tougher, with 30 knots expected as Nico passes Cape Finisterre—and gusts reaching up to 40 knots! It’s going to be a wild night out here! 💨

Throwback on the start of the @VendeeGlobe yesterday. Fair winds, Nico! 🙌🌎 #IMOCA #IMOCA60 #VendeeGlobe

At 13:02 French time today, Nicolas Lunven crossed the starting line of the @VendeeGlobe, embarking on his first solo, nonstop, unassisted round-the-world race. 🌎 © polaRYSE

Last moments onshore before the big start. Our tech team is hard at work on deck, making sure everything’s in perfect shape for Sunday. @VendeeGlobe, we’re more than ready! 👊🏼 © polaRYSE

Taking a moment for a few autographs with the crowd before the big departure!✍️💌 © Jean-Louis Carli | ALEA | Vendée Globe #VendeeGlobe #IMOCA

Here’s to breaking barriers, empowering women, and making ocean racing a space where everyone belongs. 🩵 #vendeeglobe #IMOCA #imoca60