Does Volvo still sponsor The Ocean Race?

Last year, longtime title sponsor Volvo Motor Group announced that it had sold the race, but would remain on as a premium race partner. A Spanish company called The Ocean Race 1973 SLU now owns the iconic event.

How do you get into Volvo Ocean Race?

The first step of the entry process for The Ocean Race is ‘registration’ whereby teams pay a 5000-euro fee to access materials and information relevant to the The Ocean Race 2022-23. The teams listed have all completed the registration process.

Who owns the Volvo Ocean Race?

The Ocean Race 1973 SLU is a Spanish company led by Richard Brisius, Johan Salén and Jan Litborn. In 2018, it became the new owner of The Ocean Race. As a successor company to Atlant Ocean Racing, it has taken over the Volvo Ocean Race from Volvo Group and Volvo Cars, the co-owners of the event for the past 20 years.

Who sponsors the Ocean Race?

Volvo Car Group
There have been 12 editions of the race to date, staged every four years at first, before the cycle moved to every three years from 2008-09. Volvo Car Group and Volvo Group have been owners and title sponsors of the Volvo Ocean Race since the 1997-98 edition.

How long does it take to complete the Volvo Ocean Race?

Winner Abu Dhabi Ocean Racing, skippered by Ian Walker (Great Britain), total elapsed time of 146 days 16 hours 9 minutes 21 seconds. Team Brunel skippered by Bouwe Bekking (Netherlands) finished in 2nd place and Dongfeng Race Team, skippered by Charles Caudrelier (France) were 3.

What is Tracey Edwards doing now?

With over 30 years’ experience creating and running sailing projects, Tracy will oversee the entire programme. She will skipper Maiden until she gets to Jordan when Maiden’s new up and coming female skipper will take over.

What does Tracy Edwards do now?

Tracy is Patron of, fundraises for and supports a number of small but effective charities who facilitate the education of girls around the globe. Once restored she will sail around the world raising funds for girls’ education.

How fast do regatta boats go?

The regatta will be sailed in new AC75 foiling monohulls that are capable of speeds of more than 50 knots (92 kph) as they glide above the surface of the water.

How much do America’s Cup boats cost 2020?

between $8 million to $10 million
In a word: Yes. The boats alone cost between $8 million to $10 million, and most teams have a backup just in case.