The Ocean Race 2022-23: Team Holcim-PRB dismast and head back to Brazil, all onboard crew safe
Team Holcim-PRB, overall leaders of The Ocean Race 2022-23, have dismasted during Leg 4 of the race and are returning to Brazil for repairs.
The incident occurred just after 6am UK time on April 27 as the French boat was sailing around 20 miles off the Brazilian coast in moderate winds and sea state.
All crew members were reported by skipper Kevin Escoffier to be safe.
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Team Holcim-PRB were in the lead at the time of the dismasting – which involves the mast breaking – nine miles ahead of 11th Hour Racing Team.
It is understood that Escoffier’s boat may not have to return to Itajai – the start-point for Leg 4 – but instead a different Brazilian port where they can collect a spare mast.
Leg 4 of The Ocean Race 2022-23 began on Sunday, with the five boats still in the early stages of their 6,387-mile journey from Itajai to Newport, Rhode Island.
Team Holcim-PRB lead the current overall standings, with 19 points from the three legs to date.
The Ocean Race 2022-23 – 23, April 2023, Leg 4 onboard Team Holcim – PRB. Skipper Kevin Escoffier giving instructions via his headset.
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Team Malizia are their closest pursuers, with 14 points.
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