French Sailor Charlie Dalin, Vendée Globe Champion, Dies at 42
Charlie Dalin, the French sailor who won the 2024-25 Vendée Globe in record time, has died at age 42 following a long battle with cancer. Dalin completed the solo, non-stop round-the-world race in 64 days, 19 hours, and 22 minutes—over nine days faster than the previous record—despite being diagnosed with a rare gastrointestinal stromal tumour in late 2023. His victory while battling cancer and his subsequent openness about his illness through a published book made him an inspiration to many in the sailing community and beyond.
French yachtsman Charlie Dalin, winner of the 10th edition of the Vendée Globe race, has died at age 42 after a prolonged battle with cancer, according to announcements from his family and race organisers on Thursday. Dalin achieved a historic victory in the gruelling solo, non-stop round-the-world sailing competition in January 2025, completing the race in 64 days, 19 hours, 22 minutes and 49 seconds—shattering the previous record by more than nine days. He was diagnosed with a rare gastrointestinal stromal tumour in late 2023, just before the Transat Jacques Vabre race, which he withdrew from to undergo treatment. Despite his illness, Dalin competed in his second Vendée Globe appearance, having finished second in the 2020-21 edition. He later published a book titled "The Power of Destiny" documenting his cancer battle to help other patients. His wife, Perrine Le Pape, announced his passing, and race organisers praised his talent, fighting spirit, and the respect he inspired among those who knew him.
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