François Gabart
François Gabart is a renowned French sailor and competitive yachtsman, celebrated for his exceptional skills in solo offshore racing. He gained international fame after winning the Vendée Globe in 2013, setting a record for the fastest solo circumnavigation of the globe. Gabart has been an advocate for maritime heritage and has actively supported initiatives aimed at preserving traditional sailing vessels, such as the historic frigate L'Hermione, which is currently in danger of not sailing again due to financial issues.
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Recent news mentions
François Gabart improved the record previously held by Thomas Coville.
Trophée Jules-Verne : Thomas Coville et son équipage établissent un nouveau record sur le tour du monde
France· 2026-01-25
François Gabart previously established the record for the Trophée Jules Verne in 2017.
Trophée Jules Verne : Thomas Coville et son équipage franchissent le cap Horn en avance sur le recordFrance· 2026-01-11François Gabart publicly supports the mission of Expédition 7e Continent to raise awareness about pollution.
Amarrée au port de Saint-Tropez depuis deux mois, la goélette pédagogique sur la sensibilisation à la pollution plastiques dans les océans sur le départ
Monaco· 2025-06-25
François Gabart is one of the signatories of the manifesto calling for support to save the frigate L'Hermione.
La frégate L’Hermione risque de ne plus jamais naviguer faute d’argent, une cagnotte ouverte en ligne pour la sauverMonaco· 2025-05-20
