Chinese skipper Xu Jingkun makes historic debut in Vendee Globe

Chris McMillan

Nov 13, 2024

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Xinhua

11th November 2024

Chinese skipper Xu Jingkun makes historic debut in Vendee Globe

As the first-ever Chinese skipper to compete in the Vendee Globe, Xu Jingkun set off from the port of Les Sables-d'Olonne on Sunday in the 10th edition of the legendary solo, non-stop, around-the-world yacht race.

"I feel great right now - excited, a little nervous, but mostly thrilled. After all these years, this dream is finally in front of me, and I can't wait to start," Xu, 35, shared in an interview with Xinhua ahead of his adventure.

https://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/202411/11/WS6731bd7aa310f1265a1ccb38.html

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