Volvo Ocean Race 2017-18, The Full Story (video)

Volvo Ocean Race 2017-18, The Full Story

Seven professional teams, seven identical boats and 39,000 miles to prove themselves. Overall victory came down to the final gybe of the final leg into the finish at the Hague making the 2017-18 Volvo Ocean race the closest in the 45 year history of the event. The World Sailing Show video above originally published Feb 18, 2019.

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Volvo Ocean Race Video: Behind-The-Scenes in the Boatyard

Behind-The-Scenes in the Boatyard | Volvo Ocean Race

Volvo Ocean Race video above published Dec 16, 2018: After the most intense Race ever, the boats are all ready for another lap of the planet – and Head of the Boatyard, Neil Cox, shows us around the Volvo Ocean Race Boatyard facility in Lisbon, Portugal, and talks us through the future.

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Volvo Ocean Race RAW: All Or Nothing, Official Film 2017-18 (video)

Volvo Ocean Race RAW: All Or Nothing – Official Film 2017-18 | Volvo Ocean Race

Volvo Ocean Race video above published Aug 28, 2018: 45,000 miles, 7 teams, 1 trophy: watch all the highs and lows from sport's toughest test of a team in the official film of the 2017-18 Volvo Ocean Race.

Official website: VolvoOceanRace.com

🎥 @DongfengRacing Race Review - #VolvoOceanRace 2017-18

After 45,000 miles, skipper @CCaudrelier led his team over the finish in @VOR_denhaag to the ultimate glory – the first time a Chinese campaign has won the trophy. Here's a look at how they did it. pic.twitter.com/KalNn9Y4S1

— Volvo Ocean Race (@volvooceanrace) August 30, 2018

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The World Sailing Show - August 2018 Edition

World Sailing Show (Aug 2018)

The World Sailing Show video above published Jul 22, 2018:

00:53 Superyacht Cup 2018 – The biggest and the best
6:25 Extreme Sailing Series – Act 4 Cascais
7:39 Golden Globe start
8:11 Volvo Ocean Race – The final battle
14:12 52 SuperSeries second round Zadar
17:22 Aarhus Sailing World Championships preview Pt3
20:17 Rolex Giraglia – The Mediterranean offshore classic

Conservative estimates put the total value of this year’s Superyacht Cup fleet in Palma at well over 500 million Euros. Yet whatever the figure, the sight of some of the world’s biggest and best racing in Palma Majorca was spectacular.

Meanwhile, in the closest match in the history of the Volvo Ocean Race, three boats on equal points put everything on the line to battle for overall victory.

In Zadar, Croatia the competition was just as close in the second event of the 52 Superseries, as was the action in the offshore stage of the Rolex Giraglia.

And there’s more--Extremes in Cascais, the Golden Globe in Les Sables d’Olonne, plus during the build up to the Sailing World Championships in Aarhus, we take a look at how one Olympic sailor is balancing her campaign with a new family life.

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Volvo Ocean Race RAW: "The End Game" - Final Review (video)

Volvo Ocean Race RAW: "The End Game" - Final Review (video)

Volvo Ocean Race video above published Jul 9, 2018: The final stages of sailing's iconic race around the world saw 3 teams poised to take the overall win, Dongfeng Race Team, MAPFRE and Team Brunel. As short sprint legs, Leg 10 and 11 proved to be the most intense in the history of the race.

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TEAM BRUNEL - Volvo Ocean Race End Recap Video

TEAM BRUNEL - Volvo Ocean Race End Recap Video

Team Brunel Sailing video above published Jul 10, 2018: At the end of things, there's the sea. Victory and loss, euphoria and disappointment, tragedy and fortune. This edition of the Volvo Ocean Race was a rollercoaster ride to remember. Grab a drink, take a seat and enjoy our final race recap.

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The Volvo Ocean Race 2017-18 (video)

This is the Volvo Ocean Race 2017-18

Volvo Ocean Race video above published Jul 13, 2018: After the closest ever edition of the Volvo Ocean Race, here's everything you need to know about sport's toughest test of a team – and why winning it is an obsession for the world's best sailors. Enjoy!

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The Volvo Ocean Race Final Leg, Vestas 11th Hour Racing Video

The Volvo Ocean Race Final Leg, Vestas 11th Hour Racing

The Vestas 11th Hour Racing crew culminated their nine-month journey off the shores of The Netherlands with heads high and smiles all around. Vestas 11th Hour Racing video above published Jun 25, 2018.

This is one team's story of their final sprint to end the around the world race, the Volvo Ocean Race 2017-18.

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Sun Hung Kai/Scallywag: Our Story in the Volvo Ocean Race (video)

Sun Hung Kai/Scallywag: Our Story in the Volvo Ocean Race (video)

Sun Hung Kai / Scallywag video above published Jul 10, 2018: the team's recap of the Volvo Ocean Race 2017-2018 edition.

IT WAS A JOURNEY THAT WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN

"This is the Volvo Ocean Race, the ultimate test of a team in professional sport, and Team Sun Hung Kai/Scallywag were tested heavily throughout their 8 months at sea, travelling over 45,000 nautical miles around the globe.

"There were many highs, and terrible lows that the team went through, but the thought of giving up never once crossed the mind of skipper David Witt and the rest of the Scallywags, on and off shore.

"As all things do come to an end, we can all look back at the intense, amazing, yet unforgettable journey that we have all endured. From the sailors to the fans, friends and families, we want to thank everyone for all the support and for every word of encouragement you all have shared throughout this race."

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The Volvo Ocean Race 2017-18 in 720 seconds (video)

The Volvo Ocean Race 2017-18 in 720 seconds | Volvo Ocean Race

The 2017-18 edition of the Volvo Ocean Race was one of the closest and most exciting ever – with the winner decided in the final five miles of the race following a 45,000 mile marathon slog around the planet. Here's a look at the race in all it's glory – the highs and lows – as the teams put everything on the line in a bid to win sailing's ultimate prize. Volvo Ocean Race video above published Jul 5, 2018.

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The World Sailing Show July 2018 Edition (video)

The World Sailing Show July 2018 Edition

The World Sailing Show published Jun 24, 2018:

00:52 Volvo Ocean Race – The closest and the fastest
06:35 The GC32s double bill – Lake Garda & Barcelona
08:23 Golden Globe preparations
11:07 The 2018 52 SuperSeries gets underway
16:47 Volvo Ocean Race part 2
19:49 Aarhus Sailing World Championships preview Pt2

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Volvo Ocean Race Final Leg 11 to The Hague, Netherlands, LIVE Feed

LIVE Tracker and Virtual Eye--Dongfeng Race Team won the Volvo Ocean Race 2017-18 in the closest finish in race history. Dongfeng Race Team Skipper Charles Caudrelier led his team to victory on the final leg of the race, with Dongfeng choosing the coast route (versus offshore) then sliding in front of the offshore group, to earn their first leg win, and propelling Dongfeng Race Team to the overall Volvo Ocean Race 2017-18 victory. Volvo Ocean Race Leg 11 started 21 June 2018, 12:00 UTC  (14:00 Gothenburg); and finished at The Hague, Netherlands.

Full Replay: Arrivals The Hague

Volvo Ocean Race video above published Jun 25, 2018: the Volvo Ocean Race 2017-18 comes to an end in epic style in The Hague, Netherlands, to decide the overall winner!

Daily Live – Sunday 24 June | Volvo Ocean Race

Volvo Ocean Race video above published Jun 24, 2018. All 'Daily Live' videos here. 

Scoreboard (courtesy volvooceanrace.com):

Leg 11 Start at Gothenburg - Helicopter video

Video above published June 21,2018. Full LIVE Replay of Leg 11 Start here. The last shortest leg of the race (700 nautical miles), starts from Gothenburg on Sweden’s west coast on 21 June and then the fleet races south through the North Sea to The Hague. A mark has been added off the Danish city of Aarhus, to give sailing fans an opportunity to see the boats up close and personal, as they complete the final sprint.

Standings After Leg 10: Team / total points (source: VolvoOceanRace.com):

1. MAPFRE 65
2. Team Brunel 65
3. Dongfeng Race Team 64
4. team AkzoNobel 53
5. Vestas 11th Hour Racing 38
6. Team Sun Hung Kai/Scallywag 30
7. Turn the Tide on Plastic 29

- Bonus point awarded to the winner of every leg, while the two Southern Ocean legs and the Transatlantic leg score double points.
- An additional bonus point is awarded at the end of the race to the team with the best overall elapsed time.
- Ties will be broken in favour of the team with the higher ranking at the conclusion of the In-Port Race series.

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Tour the Volvo Ocean 65 One-Design & How To Drive One (video)

A Tour of the Volvo Ocean 65 One-Design

SAIL Magazine video above published May 30, 2018: during the Volvo Ocean Race stopover in Newport, Rhode Island, AkzoNobel team manager Gilles Chiorri gave a guided tour of a Volvo Ocean 65 One-Design.

Masterclass - How to drive a Volvo 65

The World Sailing Show video published Apr 23, 2018: AkzoNobel's Chris Nicholson describes how to helm a Volvo Ocean Race 65 in extreme conditions.

The final leg of the Volvo Ocean Race 2017-18 starts Thursday, June 21, 2018, from Gothenburg, Sweden.

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Volvo Ocean Race Leg 10, Cardiff to Gothenburg, Sweden, LIVE Feed

LIVE Tracker 2018.06.14 finish order at Gothenburg:

1. Team Brunel
2. MAPFRE
3. Team AkzoNobel
4. Dongfeng Race Team
5. Turn The Tide on Plastic
6. Vestas 11th Hour Racing
7. Team Sun Hung Kai / Scallywag

See also Virtual Eye. Volvo Ocean Race Leg 10, started June 10, 2018, at 15:00 UTC (16:00 Cardiff) from Cardiff, UK, 1300 nautical miles to Gothenburg, Sweden. 

MAPFRE passing the Outer Hebrides

Daily Live – Thursday 14 June | Volvo Ocean Race:

Volvo Ocean Race video above published Jun 14, 2018. See all prior Volvo Ocean Race 'Daily Live' videos here.

Live Replay - Outer Hebrides | Volvo Ocean Race:

Volvo Ocean Race video above published Jun 13, 2018.

Standings After Leg 9: Team / total points (source: VolvoOceanRace.com):

1. Dongfeng Race Team 60
2. MAPFRE 59
3. Team Brunel 57
4. team AkzoNobel 48
5. Vestas 11th Hour Racing 36
6. Team Sun Hung Kai/Scallywag 29
7. Turn the Tide on Plastic 26

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Teams Brunel & AkzoNobel Arrivals in Cardiff, Volvo Ocean Race Videos

Full Replay: Brunel team AkzoNobel Arrivals in Cardiff | Volvo Ocean Race

Volvo Ocean Race video above published on May 29, 2018. See also Volvo Ocean Race Leg 9, Newport USA to Cardiff UK, LIVE Feed.

Behind-the-scenes of the Cardiff podium arrivals | Volvo Ocean Race

Volvo Ocean Race video published May 29, 2018: After a crucial double points leg, the welcome to Wales was one to remember! Go behind-the-scenes of the top 3 podium place arrivals on Leg 9 into Cardiff. 

Cardiff Race Village is officially open! | Volvo Ocean Race

Volvo Ocean Race video published May 27, 2018.

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Volvo Ocean Race Leg 9, Newport USA to Cardiff UK, LIVE Feed

LIVE Tracker Volvo Ocean Race Leg 9, 29 May 2018 02:39UTC: Team Brunel crosses the Leg 9 finish first, then Team AkzoNobel second.

See also Virtual Eye.

Daily Live – Monday 28 May | Volvo Ocean Race

Volvo Ocean Race video above published May 28, 2018. See the prior Volvo Ocean Race 'Daily Live' videos here.

team AkzoNobel - Volvo Ocean 65 24-hour Distance Record | Volvo Ocean Race

Volvo Ocean Race video above published on May 24, 2018

Leg 9 Start from the air | Volvo Ocean Race

Volvo Ocean Race video above published May 20, 2018. Volvo Ocean Race 2017-18, Leg 9, Newport to Cardiff, 3300 nautical miles, started 20 May 2018, 18:00 UTC (14:00 Newport 2pm EDT). See also Leg 9 start full replay video and in 155 seconds video, as well as Leg 9 Start Press Conference.

Standings After Leg 8: Team / total points (source: VolvoOceanRace.com):

1. MAPFRE 53
2. Dongfeng Race Team 50
3. Team Brunel 42
4. team AkzoNobel 36
5. Vestas 11th Hour Racing 28
6. Team Sun Hung Kai/Scallywag 27
7. Turn the Tide on Plastic 22

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Volvo Ocean Race & Sail Newport, NYYC Regatta Season 2018 (video)

Volvo Ocean Race Newport RI 2018 with Brad Read of Sail Newport

Volvo Ocean Race Newport RI 2018 with Brad Read of Sail Newport (domain: sailnewport.org).

Newport Living & Lifestyles video above published May 8, 2018: Champion Sailor and executive director Brad Read of Sail Newport speaks on the impact of the Volvo Ocean Race and VOR Village at Fort Adams State Park in Newport Rhode Island. Through VOR’s nine month journey with the world’s toughest sailors from around the world, Newport Rhode Island is directly impacting children’s interest in sailing, the RI economy, Earth conservationists and the sailing community as a whole.

Newport, Rhode Island, for many years, was home to the series of yacht races for the America's Cup. The waters off Newport have been a key sailing venue for the New York Yacht Club (NYYC) since the beginning of its history. In addition to its Manhattan headquarters, located inland, the NYYC maintains "Harbour Court", a clubhouse opened in 1988 on the water in Newport.

Don't Miss Out on the New York Yacht Club's 2018 Regatta Season:

New York Yacht Club video above published on May 15, 2018: "Whether it's the tradition and history of the 164th Annual Regatta, the pure competition of the One-Design Regatta or the pageantry of Race Week at Newport (Rhode Island) presented by Rolex, the New York Yacht Club is hosting an event for you this summer. Sign-up now and set your sights on Newport, and the podium."

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Volvo Ocean Race Newport Race Village & Leg 8 Week 3 Review Video

Newport Race Village is open! | Volvo Ocean Race

Volvo Ocean Race video published May 10, 2018: Here's a look behind-the-scenes of the Volvo Ocean Race Newport Opening Ceremony. If you're in Newport, Rhode Island, don't miss the fun – head down to Fort Adams State Park 8-20 May!

Coming up in Newport:

• Gurney’s Resorts In-Port Race: 19 May 2018, 18:00 UTC (14:00 Newport)
• Leg 9 Start: 20 May 2018, 18:00 UTC (14:00 Newport)

More information can be found on the Newport host city website: www.volvooceanracenewport.com

A look back: Week in Review - Leg 8, week 3 | Volvo Ocean Race

Volvo Ocean Race video above published May 11, 2018: The finish of leg 8, in the 2017-18 Volvo Ocean Race came right down to the wire. After 15 days and 5,600 miles of intense ocean racing the fleet faced thick fog and light wind on the finish line.

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Volvo Ocean Race Leg 8, Itajai, Brazil, to Newport, RI USA, LIVE Feed

LIVE Tracker 2018.05.08: Volvo Ocean Race Leg 8 Finish in light winds:

See also Virtual Eye -- Volvo Ocean Race Leg 8 started 22 April 2018 from Itajai, Brazil, at 17:00 UTC (14:00 Itajaí) 1:00 p.m. EDT (US).

courtesy VolvoOceanRace.com

MAPFRE take a stunning win into Newport - Volvo Ocean Race 2017-18: "The Spanish team MAPFRE made an incredible comeback over the final 24 hours to steal a leg win on Leg 8..." read more at link above.

Standings After Leg 8 (courtesy VolvoOceanRace.com):

Full Replay: MAPFRE Brunel Vestas Dongfeng Arrivals in Newport | Volvo Ocean Race:

Volvo Ocean Race video above published May 8, 2018. See also previous Volvo Ocean Race 'Daily Live' Shows (videos).

North to Newport - Leg 8 - Week 2 Volvo Ocean Race

The World Sailing Show video above published May 3, 2018: As the fleet heads north to Newport the pack is re-shuffled once again. Team Brunel has once again turned on the gas, and the battle for the long game has never been closer.

April 22, 2018--check out all the action from the start of the Leg 8 race from Itajaí to Newport--Full Video Replay and Leg 8 Start ...in 137 seconds (video). All 7 seven boats were on the start line in Itajaí, with their sights set on the 5700 nautical miles to Newport, Rhode Island. See also:
The Itajaí In-Port Race ...in 137 seconds (video) and Skippers' Leg 8 Start Press Conference (video).

Volvo Ocean Race 2017-18, Leg 8 Itajai to Newport, 5700 nautical miles, start 22 April:

Standings after Leg 7 finish (courtesy VolvoOceanRace.com):

Leg 7 recap: Team Brunel won Leg 7 and Dongfeng Race Team placed second, 15 minutes behind, on Tuesday, April 3, 2018:

Notes: Vestas 11th Hour Racing dismasted and motored to the Falkland Islands. Sun Hung Kai/Scallywag diverted to Chile following the loss of John Fisher, the Volvo Ocean Race SHK Scallywag sailor who was reported overboard on Monday, March 26, 2018, and is presumed "lost at sea" (video). More info: JohnTheCrowd | Sailing News: Volvo Ocean Race Leg 7, Auckland to Itajai, March 18 Start, LIVE Feed and VolvoOceanRace.com.

Volvo Ocean Race 2017-18 Leg 8, the teams: Vestas 11th Hour Racing, Sun Hung Kai/Scallywag, MAPFRE, Dongfeng Race Team, AkzoNobel, Team Brunel, Turn the Tide on Plastic:

Volvo Ocean Race 2017-18 teams (source: VolvoOceanRace.com)

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Volvo Ocean Race Cape Horn & Southern Ocean Immersive 360 Videos

Immersive 360 footage from the Southern Ocean | Volvo Ocean Race

Volvo Ocean Race video published Apr 18, 2018: Extended cut, 360 footage of  Brunel Sailing in the Southern Ocean! You've never seen Pistol Peter Burling helming like this before! This video was captured by Yann Riou on the Garmin VIRB 360.

Rounding Cape Horn

Vestas 11th Hour Racing video published Mar 30, 2018: For some, it was their first, for others their fourth or fifth rounding but for all the sailors, it was the end to grueling journey through the Southern Ocean, and a chance to pay their respects. Watch the rounding of Cape Horn from on board Vestas 11th Hour Racing on 29th March 2018. Vestas 11th Hour Racing Rounded in 2nd place at 1501 UTC.

Volvo Ocean Race Leg 8, Itajai, Brazil, to Newport, Rhode Island, USA, starts April 22, 2018:

• In-Port Race: 20 April 2018, 17:00 UTC (14:00 Itajaí)
• Leg Start: 22 April 2018, 17:00 UTC (14:00 Itajaí)

For more on Leg 7: Volvo Ocean Race Leg 7, Auckland to Itajai, LIVE Feed

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