French skipper wins Route du Rhum
France 24 · 11/8/2026, 10:20:04 PM Philippine time
Excerpt from France 24. Read the original report below for the complete story.French sailor Tom Laperche has won the Route du Rhum, setting a new record in the transatlantic yacht race. The 29-year-old crossed the finish line in Guadeloupe on his first attempt, beating the previous 2022 record by around six hours. A remarkable debut in one of sailing's toughest competitions!