Justine Mettraux
Justine Mettraux is a 38-year-old solo sailor from Geneva, Switzerland, known for her impressive skills in offshore sailing. In her debut at the Vendée Globe 2024/25, one of the toughest sailing races in the world, she finished in 8th place, becoming the fastest woman to complete the race while also beating the women's record by eleven days. Mettraux's journey is characterized by her deep connection with her boat and her ability to manage solitude during long periods at sea, highlighting her resilience and determination as she navigates the challenges of competitive sailing.
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Justine Mettraux started her career on Mini-Jachts and progressed to the Vendée Globe.
Lehrstück für Schweizer Offshore-Segler über den Atlantik
Switzerland· 2025-10-22
Justine Mettraux is a sailor who was part of the crew in the race.
Une spectaculaire collision au départ de The Ocean Race Europe en Allemagne
Monaco· 2025-08-10
Justine Mettraux is part of Boris Herrmann's crew in the Ocean Race Europe.
Start am Montag in Kiel mit Roura und MettrauxSwitzerland· 2025-08-10
Justine Mettraux is a Swiss sailor who participated in the Fastnet Race and finished fifth.
Das Fastnet Race begeistert die Massen – Justine Mettraux wird FünfteSwitzerland· 2025-07-30
Justine Mettraux is one of the sailors who will be part of the Swiss team in the Ocean Race.
Jetzt gibt es ein Schweizer Segel-Nationalteam – dank Geld aus SaudiarabienSwitzerland· 2025-06-25
Justine Mettraux is a Swiss offshore sailor who is preparing for the Vendée Globe 2028.
neues Boot für Vendée Globe 2028Switzerland· 2025-06-19
Justine Mettraux finished eighth in the Vendée Globe and discussed her experience and the implications of the study results.
Segler kehren verändert an Land zurück – und ähneln AstronautenSwitzerland· 2025-06-05
Justine Mettraux finished 8th in the last Vendée Globe and is part of Boris Herrmann's team for The Ocean Race Europe 2025.
Concurrents sur Vendée Globe 2028, Boris Herrmann et deux de ses adversaires s'associent pour la construction de leurs nouveaux voiliers de courseMonaco· 2025-05-22
Justine Mettraux is a solo sailor who finished 8th in the Vendée Globe, the toughest sailing race in the world.
Justine Mettraux: Herausforderungen einer Solo-SeglerinSwitzerland· 2025-03-01