DS Automobiles SailGP Team France aims to return to front of fleet at Bermuda Sail Grand Prix
DS Automobiles SailGP Team France heads to Bermuda this weekend determined to reignite its 2026 Rolex SailGP Championship campaign.
- 6th overall
- Only a handful of points separate 2nd from 6th
What Happened
The Apex Group Bermuda Sail Grand Prix takes place on May 9–10 on the iconic Great Sound, known for fast foiling, high-speed tactical racing and unforgiving execution. Twelve teams will line up, with the New Zealand SailGP Team sidelined due to repairs. Bermuda returns after a one-season absence and has historically delivered spectacular racing moments.
DS Automobiles SailGP Team France continues with a reshaped line-up: Glenn Ashby replaces the injured Leigh McMillan as wing trimmer, and Liv McKay substitutes for Manon Audinet, who is rehabilitating after the Auckland crash. The team has focused on rebuilding coordination and communication after nearly two months off the water.
“At Bermuda, the objective is really to get back to our fundamentals. We're expecting more stable conditions than in Rio, with what should be a demanding and windy training day on Friday. The key will be to be solid off the starts, well synchronized as a crew in the straight-line phases, and able to apply all the technical work we've done over the past few weeks. We're really happy to keep sailing ”
Why this matters
Currently sixth overall, the French team is in a tight championship battle where only a handful of points separate second from sixth place, making the Bermuda event pivotal.
Terms in This Story
- SailGP
- A global sailing racing league featuring high-speed foiling catamarans competing in events around the world.
- Foiling
- A technique where a boat's hull rises above the water on wing-like foils, reducing drag and increasing speed.
- Wing trimmer
- A crew member responsible for adjusting the angle and shape of the rigid wing sail to optimize performance.
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