Alexander Champy-McLean

French Offshore Sailing’s Next Big Thing Is Already Here

28-year-old Tom Laperche has made a huge impression on the sailing world. After winning the 2022 Solitaire du Figaro the young Frenchman joined Francois Gabart's SVR-Lazartigue Ultim programme – first as co-skipper and then in sole charge. Alexander Champy-McLean sat down with him to find out more.

By Alexander Champy-McLean

— Jun 5, 2025

Elodie Bonafous: On the Road to the Vendée Globe

With a brand-new IMOCA and her sights set on the 2028 Vendée Globe, Elodie Bonafous is ready to make her mark. Alexander Champy-McLean sat down with France’s latest rising star to find out what drives her, and how she plans to take on the toughest race in sailing.

By Alexander Champy-McLean

— Apr 9, 2025