The Pornichet-based Wewise trimaran crossed the finish line in third position in the Ocean Fifty category during the Route du Rhum, confirming its consistency on major transatlantic races.
Pierre Quiroga's Wewise trimaran, based in Pornichet, finished in third place in the Ocean Fifty category in Pointe-à-Pitre, Guadeloupe, on Wednesday, November 11. The 50-foot sailing vessel completed this solo Atlantic crossing during one of the most prestigious ocean races on the French nautical calendar.
This performance marks the Pornichet trimaran's third podium finish on an Ocean Fifty transatlantic race. This consistency reflects the crew's steadiness and the boat's reliability when facing the sometimes harsh conditions of the North Atlantic. The Route du Rhum, which departs from Saint-Malo and heads to Guadeloupe, remains a demanding event both technically and physically.
The Ocean Fifty trimarans, 50-foot vessels measuring approximately 15 meters, constitute a competitive class where margins at the finish can be slim. Pierre Quiroga had to maintain a sustained pace throughout the crossing to hold onto his podium position. The category attracts experienced skippers, often coming from professional sailing or elite competition.
With this result, the Wewise trimaran confirms its place among the serious contenders in the Ocean Fifty class. This third-place finish adds to the record of a boat that has proven itself on major transatlantic races. The upcoming events of the nautical season will show whether Pornichet can aim for the overall victory in this category.
This performance marks the Pornichet trimaran's third podium finish on an Ocean Fifty transatlantic race. This consistency reflects the crew's steadiness and the boat's reliability when facing the sometimes harsh conditions of the North Atlantic. The Route du Rhum, which departs from Saint-Malo and heads to Guadeloupe, remains a demanding event both technically and physically.
The Ocean Fifty trimarans, 50-foot vessels measuring approximately 15 meters, constitute a competitive class where margins at the finish can be slim. Pierre Quiroga had to maintain a sustained pace throughout the crossing to hold onto his podium position. The category attracts experienced skippers, often coming from professional sailing or elite competition.
With this result, the Wewise trimaran confirms its place among the serious contenders in the Ocean Fifty class. This third-place finish adds to the record of a boat that has proven itself on major transatlantic races. The upcoming events of the nautical season will show whether Pornichet can aim for the overall victory in this category.
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Source: Ouest-France