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).