Vendee Globe race: on board Jean Le Cam’s monohull
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Vendee Globe race: on board Jean Le Cam’s monohull

French skipper Jean Le Cam gives us a guided tour of his monohull ahead of the Vendée Globe solo round-the-world race. What will he eat for three months? Also, we discover the beautiful replica of the Atlantic, a ship originally built in 1903.
The Cannes royal regatta, a trip back in time
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The Cannes royal regatta, a trip back in time

The Bay of Cannes on the French Riviera is home to the royal regatta, a tradition that began back in 1863. Magnificent yachts gather for this glamorous race, the last leg of the Panerai trophy. But first, the 20 sailors taking part in the next Vendée Globe race rub shoulders at a press conference in Paris.
Charbonnier retains his title in Clairefontaine trophy race
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Charbonnier retains his title in Clairefontaine trophy race

Nicolas Charbonnier fought off stiff competition to retain his title in the Clairefontaine trophy, a race held on a lake near Montpellier that is often imitated but rarely bettered. But first, we take you to an outdoor boat show in La Rochelle.
Over 90 classic yachts converge on the Isle of Wight
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Over 90 classic yachts converge on the Isle of Wight

French sailors get a warm welcome at the Cowes regatta on the Isle of Wight. Over 90 yachts are taking part in this edition of the Panerai British Classic Week. But first, we go onboard a French de-pollution boat that is a market leader in cleaning up fuel and oil spills.
Toulouse hosts world wakeboarding championships
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Toulouse hosts world wakeboarding championships

We head to Toulouse, where the Europe-Africa wakeboarding championships are taking place. It's a discipline that combines and rewards agility, balance and boldness. We also catch up with French skipper Sébastien Rogue, who has just switched over to the Class 40 category, eager for new adventures.
1,000 ships converge on harbour of Brest
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1,000 ships converge on harbour of Brest

The seaside town of Brest, in north-western France, becomes the temporary home of 9,000 sailors and 1,000 boats during the "Thunders of Brest" maritime festival. It's a chance for the town to showcase its flamboyant harbour. Also, we go onboard the Mirella, a French ship still going strong at nearly 50 years old.
Water sports in sunny Greece
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Water sports in sunny Greece

We head to Greece, which has become a water sport paradise, be it for windsurfing, diving, surfing or sailing. With 20,000 kilometres of coastline and an archipelago of 3,000 islands, tourists are spoilt for choice. But first, we meet a group of children from all over France who have been able to spend at a day at the seaside, thanks to the French Salvation Army.
25 teams hope for glory in the 8th Transat Québec-Saint-Malo
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25 teams hope for glory in the 8th Transat Québec-Saint-Malo

We check out the Transat Québec-Saint-Malo, the only transatlantic race open to monohulls and multihulls that runs from West to East. Next, we take you to Crete’s maritime museum, which showcases 3,500 years of maritime history, in particular through beautiful model boats.
In the blue waters of the Lifou lagoons in New Caledonia
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In the blue waters of the Lifou lagoons in New Caledonia

We head to the postcard-worthy island of Lifou in New Caledonia. Here, fishermen lead a simple life. At least 20,000 kilometres from the French mainland, it’s an unspoilt place that has managed to keep hold of a feeling of paradise.
Grand Prix Ecole Navale: 180 crews and 1,000 sailors battle it out over four days
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Grand Prix Ecole Navale: 180 crews and 1,000 sailors battle it out over four days

Over its ten editions, the Grand Prix École Navale in north-western France, organised by the French navy, has become a classic monotype sailing event. The navy has made sailing a central part of student training.
The Concarneau-St. Barts transatlantic keeps the Atlantic as its playground
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The Concarneau-St. Barts transatlantic keeps the Atlantic as its playground

For the past 20 years, the winners of the AG2R La Mondiale transatlantic race have entered the annals of sailing history. Founded in 1992, this four-hand transatlantic has managed to keep its spirit unchanged.
130 exhibitors and 15,000 visitors at the international multihull boat show
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130 exhibitors and 15,000 visitors at the international multihull boat show

After 25 days, nine hours and 51 minutes, Bertrand Delesne and Sébastien Rogues finish fifth in the Solidaire du Chocolat, a race from Saint Nazaire in France to Progreso in Mexico.
3,000 sailors converge on La Trinité-sur-Mer
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3,000 sailors converge on La Trinité-sur-Mer

The Spi Ouest France is an unmissable event at La Trinité-sur-Mer, marking the start of the boating season for those passionate about monotype sailing. It brings together over 450 boats and almost 3,000 sailors. Also on the show: in the “sailing valley” of Brittany, a whole industry has sprung up linked to the sea. Here, nautical technologies are tested by specialised companies.
A convict’s life for 37 days
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A convict’s life for 37 days

37 days and 10 hours of rowing, on a boat about 8 m long and weighing about 500 kg. That’s the time taken by Pascal Vaude, winner of the Bouvet Guiana rowing race between Dakar in Senegal and Cayenne in French Guiana. Also, we meet 24-year-old Jessica, who runs a boat design agency. Her latest challenge is the Ultraluxum CXL, the largest cruising trimaran in the world.
French crew taste victory on Volvo Ocean Race
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French crew taste victory on Volvo Ocean Race

They dreamed about it, then they went and did it: Franck Cammas and his novice crew of ten took nineteen days and fifteen hours to sail from Sanya in China to Auckland in New Zealand, winning that stage of the Volvo Ocean Race. Also, we discover the “Solidaire du chocolat” race, where the eleven teams sailing from France to Mexico are currently neck-and-neck.
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