Yacht captain Eric Bellion withdraws from Vendée Globe race due to potential mast collapse risk.

Eric Bellion, the skipper of the Stand As One - Altavia yacht, has withdrawn from the Vendée Globe race due to issues with the J2 forestay system, which could cause the mast to collapse. Attempting repairs east of the Falkland Islands was impossible due to severe weather, so Bellion docked in Port Stanley. Once his team arrives to make necessary repairs, Bellion plans to sail the boat solo to Les Sables d'Olonne.

3 months ago
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