To Finish First, Episode 6: Big Decisions

The ‘To Finish First’ video series lifts the lid on life at Alex Thomson Racing, one of the world’s most formidable sailing teams. In Episode 6: Big Decisions, the team share an insight into the crucial decisions that skipper Alex Thomson has to make around the clock for 70+ days at sea when he races in the Vendée Globe.

The team’s goal is to win the Vendée Globe 2020-21, the ultimate solo non-stop round the world race in the IMOCA 60. However, after christening their new boat in September 2019, Alex Thomson and co-skipper Neal McDonald had to cut the keel off after damage forced them to withdraw November 3 from the 4350nm Transat Jacque Vabre.

Now the team must get back on track to achieve its goal.