15th Edition of the CIC Normandy Channel Race Culminates with a Thrilling Finish
The 15th CIC Normandy Channel Race came to an exciting finish, with Legallais (199) claiming victory after a close race. Skippers Fabien Delahaye and Benjamin Schwartz crossed the finish line after 4 days and 21 hours of intense racing, securing a lead of 1 hour and 16 minutes over Project Rescue Ocean (162) in second place. The Italian duo aboard IBSA (186) took third place on the podium. The race featured changing leaders and challenging conditions, culminating in a thrilling sprint across the English Channel. Fabien Delahaye expressed his delight at the win, becoming the first Norman skipper to triumph in this classic race. Meanwhile, Project Rescue Ocean and IBSA celebrated their impressive performances on the course. For more information, visit www.normandy-race.com.
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