CharalIMOCA Articles
The French duo crossed the finish line off Martinique in dramatic tropical rain on Friday, November 7, completing a 5,467.42-nautical-mile course from Le Havre, France, in just 11 days at an astonishing average speed of 19.25 knots. For Beyou — a five-time Vendée Globe veteran — this marks his long-awaited return to the top of the podium, while for Lagravière it represents an extraordinary third consecutive Transat Café L’OR victory (following wins in 2021 and 2023).
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Speed, grit, and glory — Beyou and Lagravière master the Atlantic to claim Charal’s long-awaited triumph.
12-11-2025
For Beyou, 49, this race could mark a long-awaited return to the top step of the podium — his first major win since the 2020 Vendée Arctique. For co-skipper Lagravière, victory would cement his dominance in this transatlantic classic, giving him an unprecedented third consecutive win following triumphs in 2021 and 2023 with Thomas Ruyant.
Charal in Command – A Masterclass at Sea Now on the 11th day at sea, the duo has widened the gap to over 114 miles ahead of Sam Goodchild and Loïs Berrehar aboard MACIF Santé Prévoyance, the reigning IMOCA Globe Series leaders.
10-11-2025