Richard Mille supports 9th edition of Les Voiles de Saint Barth

The latest edition of the event sees three positive changes – Richard Mille becomes title partner, 5th day of competition added, and the Richard Mille Record Trophy launched

The 9th edition of Les Voiles de Saint Barth ended on April 14 after a fierce confrontation between the 53 crews competing in 7 classes, and this despite a rather singular context, seven months after the devastating passage of Hurricane Irma. Despite the logistical difficulties, many sailors came, showing their solidarity with inhabitants of the island. Richard Mille, an early partner, has reinforced his support for the event by becoming title partner of the regatta.

The strength of the wind, which oscillated throughout the week between 15 and 30 knots, prompted incredibly fierce battles between the participants. To top it all off, the inauguration of a fifth day of events, and the creation of a Richard Mille Record Trophy were welcomed by very enthusiastic speed demons. Reserved for the fastest categories (Maxi and Multihulls), the principle of the prize is simple: to achieve the best possible time over a 49-mile course.

Rambler 88, belonging to George David, and La French Tech Rennes Saint-Malo owned by Gilles Lamiré established the time to beat. In the Maxi Yacht 2 category the confrontation raged between Aragon and Windfall. The most incredible duel of the week erupted between George Sakellaris’ Proteus and Sorcha, belonging to Peter Harrison, CEO of Richard Mille Europe Africa Middle East, among the Maxi 1 contenders.

The two 72-footers were neck-and-neck from start to finish, completing the race less than a minute apart on the finish line. However, a slight edge favoured George Sakellaris’ men, who took home the Richard Mille Maxi Cup for the 3rd time in a row. The crew received the RM 60-01 Flyback Regatta Chronograph.

The 10th edition of Les Voiles de Saint Barth Richard Mille will take place from 14 to 20 April 2019.