The Vendée Globe is more than just a sailing race; it’s the ultimate solo challenge, non-stop and un ... assisted. Each skipper, alone against the ocean, faces extreme conditions where every decision can change everything. With 40 skippers ready to set off on November 10, 2024, this edition promises to be exceptional.On Virtual Regatta, this adventure becomes accessible to everyone. The 2024 edition is set to be epic with the introduction of the 3D Marina, an immersive environment where you prepare your boats and compete against thousands of other players online. It’s the ultimate racing simulation, where strategy and resource management will lead you to victory or shipwreck.Take on the largest community of eSailors and dive into the authentic experience of an offshore race from home. Join us and prove you have what it takes to be a real skipper!
The Jules Verne Trophy is one of the greatest challenges in offshore racing, representing a crewed, ... non-stop, and unassisted round-the-world sailing race. You will face the Southern Oceans, sail through storm zones, and navigate at blistering speeds to break the record. This adventure is not just a race against time, but a true test of physical and mental endurance, where every decision can make the difference between success and failure in this quest for the impossible.
The fourth leg of the Globe 40 Warm-Up, starting on January 1, 2026, will take you from Sydney on an ... 8,000-nautical-mile journey to Valparaiso, Chile. This stage is crucial, preparing you for the challenges of the official Globe 40 race scheduled for 2025. The esailors will need to demonstrate endurance as they face the Roaring Forties, famous for their violent winds and vast stretches of open ocean. The arrival in Valparaiso is expected by the end of January.
Get ready for the Round Australia Race, a monumental challenge around the Australian continent. Star ... ting from Melbourne, embark aboard your Super Maxi 100 for an adventure spanning thousands of miles, facing extreme conditions and breathtaking maritime landscapes. From the Indian Ocean to the turbulent waters of the Pacific, every milestone will test your strategic skills and speed mastery. This legendary loop begins and ends in Melbourne, reserved for sailors ready to push their limits and conquer one of the world’s most demanding courses.
The Corsican Loop is a tour of Corsica like you've never sailed before. Over 300 nautical miles, get ... ready to face the unpredictable Mediterranean winds and a course as demanding as it is spectacular (virtually, of course). Aboard your Figaro, it's strategy to port and anticipation to starboard as you navigate around the island to cross the finish line first. Suspense, tactics, and surprise gusts: Corsica is waiting for you, e-skipper. Will you rise to the challenge?
Take the start of the Mediterranean Record aboard the Ultim BP XI, a machine built for pure speed. B ... etween Marseille and Carthage, the goal is simple: shatter the record. No imposed start time—it’s up to you to choose the perfect moment to exploit the weather conditions and push your sailboat to its limits. A lightning-fast Mediterranean crossing where only performance matters. It’s your turn to make your mark at the top of the rankings!
The Maldives Lagoon Run is an exclusive tropical race on Virtual Regatta, taking you from the Maldiv ... es to Cochin, India. Sail aboard the legendary Trimaran Happy, a boat built for speed and performance, perfect for this sunny crossing. With its turquoise waters, idyllic landscapes, and festive atmosphere, this race is the perfect blend of competition and escape. Are you ready to take on the challenge under the Indian Ocean sun?
The North Pacific Circuit takes you on a spectacular polar route from Seattle to Kodiak, Alaska. Sai ... l aboard your Cruiser Racer, a sturdy sailboat designed to tackle extreme conditions. Between majestic fjords, icy winds, and breathtaking landscapes, this race demands strategy and resilience. Are you ready to brave the waters of the Great North?
Winds of Valentine: Sail Under the Sun (and a Little Love)E-skippers, get ready for a race like no o ... ther! Winds of Valentine is your chance to combine strategy and tropical vibes in the waters of the Pacific.With a start and finish in Nuku'alofa, the capital of Tonga, the course will have you weaving between Wallis and Futuna, the Samoan Islands, and the lagoons of Fiji. But beware—there’s no chocolate or roses here! Just sunshine, tricky winds, and an IMOCA to master.Start: February 14 | Finish: February 21. Ready to set sail and show the fleet who rules the ocean?
For this fifth general training leg of the Globe 40, you will depart from the Chilean coast on a jou ... rney of approximately 4,500 nautical miles to Recife, Brazil. Although the conditions will be milder than those encountered in the South Pacific, managing the tropical currents and winds will be crucial to ensure your performance. This crossing will take you from the cold waters of the Pacific to tropical heat, with an expected arrival in mid-March.