Jacques Caraës, race director for the 2016 and 2020 Vendée Globe, is handing over to Hubert Lemonnier and becoming his deputy for next year's solo on stop round the world race.
The announcement was made as the Race Direction team for the 2024 Vendée Globe was announced.
The 2024 team is: Hubert Lemonnier, Jacques Caraës, Claire Renou, Pierre Hays and Yann Eliès.
Born in La Rochelle and aged 42, Lemonnier joined the world of offshore racing more than fifteen years ago. After working in various roles in various international teams, he turned to race management. In 2010, he joined the Barcelona World Race team, followed by 2012, 2016 and 2020 Vendée Globe and several other IMOCA races
Race control is an important part of the Vendée Globe organisation. It ensures the safety of the sailors at sea directly with the French Sailing Federation, the Race Committee, the Technical Committee, the International Jury and the Medical Commission.
The tenth edition of the Vendée Globe starts on 10th November 2024.