Three large trimarans capsized – Boris Herrmann moves forward

The Route du Rhum lives up to its reputation as one of the toughest tests for solo sailors.

In the current 13th edition, out of a total of 115 starters in six classes, three large trimarans have already capsized in stormy conditions.

Boris Herrmann coped well with the difficult circumstances on the first few days since the start in Saint-Malo on Sunday and worked his way up to his first solo race with the new “Malizia 4”.

The 45-year-old from Hamburg was in second place in the Imoca class after the third night and is now chasing the French leader Corentin Horeau on “MACSF”.

The fastest boats on the Route du Rhum are expected off Guadeloupe for the weekend, the Imocas with Herrmann the following week.