Groupama sets new record for Sevenstar Round Britain and Ireland Race

4:35 PM Sun 29 Aug 2010 GMT

'Groupmana - Sevenstar Round Britain and Ireland Race 2010' Patrick Eden

Sevenstar Round Britain and Ireland Race 2010 - Volvo Open 70, Groupama, crossed the Royal Yacht Squadron Line today at 11.26.55 (BST) to claim line honours and take both the race and course records. Groupama completed the 1802 mile course in 5 Days 21 Hours 26 minutes and 55 seconds, smashing the course record by 14 hours 3 minutes and 8 seconds. There were emotional scenes on board as Franck Cammas and his crew crossed the finish line. It was a triumphant finale for Groupama in sharp contrast to the star, when they were the last boat to cross the ...

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