Two days before the start of the Route du Rhum, the double Paralympic champion officially launched his ambitious program for the solo, non-stop, unassisted around-the-world race.
Damien Seguin is not planning to stop while on a winning streak. Just hours before the grand departure of the Route du Rhum from Saint-Malo, the sailor officially announced this Friday, October 30, 2026, the launch of his project for the Vendée Globe 2028, in partnership with Crédit Mutuel Arkéa. A logical new step for this exceptional competitor who has proven himself on the world's most demanding oceans.
The double Paralympic champion will continue sailing aboard the former Groupe Apicil, the same boat that carried him to a remarkable 15th place in the last edition of the solo, non-stop, unassisted around-the-world race. This performance demonstrated his ability to compete among the elite of offshore racing, despite the unique challenges of solo sailing over such long distances.
This project is part of a dynamic of continuity and ambition. After crossing the most hostile seas during previous events, Seguin intends to leverage the experience gained to improve his performance during the next Vendée Globe. The collaboration with Crédit Mutuel Arkéa, a long-standing partner, reflects the trust placed in this determined sailor.
For enthusiasts of water sports and offshore racing, this announcement adds an extra dimension to the Route du Rhum. Although attention is currently focused on the immediate event, eyes are already turning toward 2028 and the next titanic challenge awaiting this exceptional sailor.
The double Paralympic champion will continue sailing aboard the former Groupe Apicil, the same boat that carried him to a remarkable 15th place in the last edition of the solo, non-stop, unassisted around-the-world race. This performance demonstrated his ability to compete among the elite of offshore racing, despite the unique challenges of solo sailing over such long distances.
This project is part of a dynamic of continuity and ambition. After crossing the most hostile seas during previous events, Seguin intends to leverage the experience gained to improve his performance during the next Vendée Globe. The collaboration with Crédit Mutuel Arkéa, a long-standing partner, reflects the trust placed in this determined sailor.
For enthusiasts of water sports and offshore racing, this announcement adds an extra dimension to the Route du Rhum. Although attention is currently focused on the immediate event, eyes are already turning toward 2028 and the next titanic challenge awaiting this exceptional sailor.
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Source: Ouest-France