Sébastien
MARSET
FOUSSIER · IMOCA
INFORMATION
profile
"Performance only makes sense if it is economical in its means and united in its objectives: this is the ambition we are pursuing with the Cap Agir Ensemble project."
Sébastien MARSSET
biography
An exceptional navigator and technician, Sébastien Marsset has forged a rare expertise on the most demanding offshore racing vessels. In 2025, he made a lasting impression by completing his first Vendée Globe in 27th place. Starting with one of the tightest budgets and the oldest boat in the fleet, he demonstrated the viability of his "high-performance frugality" model. Through his "Cap Agir Ensemble" project, he advocates for responsible offshore racing and uses his platform to promote the inclusion of people with disabilities in partnership with ADAPEILA.
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Sail number
FRA83
Class
IMOCA
Age
41
Nationality
French
Home port
Lorient - Kernevel
Rankings
2024
Vendée Globe
27e
27th in the Vendée Globe 2024 on one of the oldest boats in the fleet
IMOCA
2022
Route du Rhum - Destination Guadeloupe
11e
1st among non-foilers in the 2022 Route du Rhum, 11th overall
IMOCA
2015
Fastnet Race
1er
Maxi
2014
Guyader Grand Prix
1er
Class40
2013
Fastnet Race
1er
Maxi
2011
The Ocean Race
1er
VO70
14
Figaro Paprec Solitaire
14e
Figaro Bénéteau
INFORMATION
my boat
Technical specifications
Weight
8500
Construction
2006
Construction site
JMV Industries
Mast height
29
Draft
4.50
Width
5.75
Length
18.28
Sail No.
FRA83
Naval architect
Farr Yacht Design
29
Mast height (m)
18.28
Length (m)
5.75
Width (m)
FOUSSIER