March 22, 2002
New Ouessant - Cape of Good Hope Record for Orange
The maxi-catamaran Orange has broken the previous record held by Sir Peter Blake of 19 days, 17 hours and 53 minutes. Orange has set a record of 18 days, 18 hours and 40 minutes for the journey from Ouessant to the Cape of Good Hope.
The maxi-catamaran Orange has broken the previous record held by Sir Peter Blake of 19 days, 17 hours and 53 minutes. Orange has set a record of 18 days, 18 hours and 40 minutes for the journey from Ouessant to the Cape of Good Hope.
The 13 man team on board Orange continue on with their pursuit of the Jules Verne Trophy, the trophy for the fastest non-stop sailing circumnavigation of the world.