Born in the Hautes-Alpes, a mountainous region, into a family of high-level skiers, Romain's career path was mapped out in advance. However, from the age of 15, Romain knew that his destiny was elsewhere: he wanted to race the oceans. He managed to set up a project in a mini 6.50 in 1999, but a storm picked him up in the Bay of Biscay and the tragedy was narrowly avoided. As he never stops after a failure, he redoubles his efforts and joins the Pôle Finistère training centre in Port-La-Forêt and then the IMOCA circuit. In 2024, for his 3rd Vendée Globe, Romain aims for a top 10 finish.
Profile
Achievements
FORTINET - BEST WESTERN
- Former names : Gitana 16 - Edmond de Rotschild, Malizia II - Yacht Club de Monaco
- Architect : VPLP/ Verdier
- Construction : 2015, Chantier Multiplast à Vannes
- Launch date : 06 Août 2015
- Lenght : 18,28 m
- Beam : 5,70 m
- Draught : 4,50 m
- Weight : 9 tonnes
- Mast height : 29 m
- Upwind sail area : 290 m2
- Downwind sail area : 490 m2
The DNA of Romain's project is based on a group of companies of all sizes ranging from title partners - Fortinet and Best Western France - to the partner club and Sixth Ocean.
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Commitment
PLAY International
In 2023, Romain is committed to PLAY International, an NGO specialising in education through sport for young people in vulnerable situations. Romain has not always been a good student, but his ability to never give up and to make his dreams come true has led him to make a living from his passion. Through this NGO, he questions young people about their passions and tries to break down barriers.
