At 2230hrs UTC on the 12 November, Erwan Thiboumery, skipper of the Interaction trimaran racing in the Rhum Multi class, contacted the Route du Rhum – Destination Guadeloupe Race Directors to inform them that he was having problems with his headsails. The skipper and boat are doing well.
The genoa on the trimaran ripped and become stuck at the top of the mast, flying like a flag. The solent, only in place thanks to the swivel hook on the furler, is wrapped around the shrouds and backstay. The skipper has just managed to hoist his mainsail with three reefs.
Erwan Thiboumery, who has put his race on hold for the moment, is heading for Vigo (Spain) where his team will be joining him to inspect the damage and carry out any possible repairs. Everything will be done to allow him to set sail again in the best possible conditions. More information to follow