Jean Le Cam
Jean Le Cam is a seasoned French sailor known for his expertise in solo ocean racing, particularly in the Vendée Globe. At 65 years old, he recently finished 20th in the competition, highlighting the growing technological divide between traditional monohulls and modern foiling yachts. Le Cam has been vocal about the future of the race, advocating for a separate classification for different types of boats to ensure fair competition.
Born on Feb 04, 1958 (67 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
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| France | 1 | 9.00 | 0.08% | +10% | 65,273,511 | 54,477 | $2,700,000 | 2,253$ |
| Totals | 1 | 65,273,511 | 54,477 | $2,700,000 | 2,253$ |
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
Recent Mentions
France:
Jean Le Cam is known for rescuing Kevin Escoffier during the Vendée Globe in November 2020.
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France:
Jean Le Cam rescued Kevin Escoffier during a storm in November 2020.
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Monaco:
Marc Thiercelin references Jean Le Cam's perspective on aging in sailing.
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Monaco:
Jean Le Cam is known for rescuing Kevin Escoffier during the Vendée Globe race.
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Monaco:
Jean Le Cam was one of the competitors present to welcome Denis Van Weynbergh.
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Monaco:
Jean Le Cam is a sailor who saved Kevin Escoffier during the Vendée Globe race in November 2020.
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France:
Jean Le Cam finished twentieth in the Vendée Globe and suggested increasing the number of competitors.
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