Charles Caudrelier, title holder of the Route du Rhum, forced to abandon

Charles Caudrelier has withdrawn from the Route du Rhum race just two days after its start, ending his hopes for a consecutive win. The skipper of Maxi-Edmond-de-Rothschild faced issues with the boat's foil, which was severely damaged and could not be repaired at sea. Despite a strong start and catching up to the leaders, the malfunction hindered his performance. Caudrelier expressed disappointment but remains committed to improving the new trimaran, designed for future ocean racing. The team acknowledges that fully stabilizing such advanced technology will take time, as the boat is still in its early maritime life.