Premature and bitter end for Maxime Sorel in this 2024 Vendée Globe. Physically and mentally tested, the skipper of V and B – Monbana – Mayenne announced his retirement from Madeira, after an ankle injury and damage to his sail
The 2024 Vendée Globe ended for Maxime Sorel (V and B – Monbana – Mayenne), who decided to abandon this Friday, November 15. Le Malouin had a problem with his sail, but was mainly injured in his ankle. He spoke with full of emotion, live from Madeira.
“A bit like my finish line”sighs the one who had to deal with a damaged rail. It would be necessary to do an inspection, perhaps change portions. But to do all that, you have to be physically able to do it”admitted the skipper, who was in 38th place. “I'll let you imagine the physical and mental suffering, it's four years of preparation to get there. It was magical from start to finish. If we knew the adventure in advance, we would never go back. I had imagined another Vendée Globe. I gave the best I could. It was way too short but I have to face reality. »
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