After a one million euro re-fiit procedure in Lisbon, the Dongfeng Race Team crew gave their boat its first real test ahead of 2017-18 – and it looks better than ever!
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As the Spanish boat edges closer to going back in the water, it's time to put it on the keel – and when you're dealing with something that weighs 12,500kg, that's not an easy job.
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The Chinese team's boat is the first to be handed over ahead of the 2017-18 edition following the one million euro re-fit process at the Boatyard in Lisbon.
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With three times more Southern Ocean racing than in previous editions, and stops in 12 iconic cities around the globe, the 2017-18 route looks set to be one of the most memorable yet.
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Since 2011, the boat sailed by Pirates of the Caribbean, 'The Black Pearl', has stood proudly outside of the Race HQ and Museum in Alicante, Spain. Now, it's time for a change - the boat is moving into the heart of the city. It's a huge logistical challenge, which requires a team of engineers to work day and night.
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Following the success of their first campaign in 2014-15, Chinese boat Dongfeng Race Team has announced its return to the Volvo Ocean Race.
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On Tuesday 25 October, legendary female sailors Dee Caffari and Tracy Edwards were LIVE in the Sky Sports studio to discuss the recent rule changes around women in the Volvo Ocean Race. Footage courtesy of Sky Sports Sportswomen.
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The OBR concept is unique to the Volvo Ocean Race – and in 2017-18, the aim is to get more of the raw onboard story than ever before.
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Four-time Volvo Ocean Racer Richard Mason gives his view on the potential inclusion of stealth mode in the 2017-18 edition
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Race fans can look forward to an action-packed summer of pre-race action, including the Fastnet Race and an epic Prologue from Lisbon to Alicante.
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When others run from storms, our sailors chase them! Here's a view from the sky - some of the most epic waves in Volvo Ocean Race history.
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