Ahead of the start of the Vendée Arctique-Les Sables d'Olonne, the race organisation sat down with Francesca for a conversation that goes beyond the race itself.

On June 7, 2026, Italian-American offshore sailor Francesca Clapcich will take the start of the Vendée Arctique-Les Sables d'Olonne onboard her 60-foot foiling IMOCA 11th Hour Racing.

The Vendée Globe has long been a dream of mine - racing solo, non-stop, around the world.

Sailing electronics leader, B&G, joins Team Francesca Clapcich Powered by 11th Hour Racing as an official supplier!

We are on the hunt for a Boat Captain - do you want to be part of a team that combines performance with purpose?

Francesca Clapcich explains why she feels so passionate about marine life.

A few days after crossing the finish line of the 1000 Race, I finally feel like I've got the brain space to sit down and actually take it all in. I’ve finished my first ever solo IMOCA race!

Italian-American offshore sailor Francesca Clapcich has finished her first solo IMOCA  race in fifth place, after a five day, light-wind battle around the Bay of Biscay.

With just 140 miles to go to the end of Francesca’s first ever solo IMOCA race and life is uncomfortable onboard but the end is in sight …

As Day 4 dawns for Francesca Clapcich in the 1000 Race, it’s been a frustrating night with zero wind … the only upside is she’s been able to get some good rest.

Day 3 of the 1000 Race and Francesca has chosen the direct route, taking the lead on the tracker. But will it pay off?

It’s Day 2 of the 1000 Race and small gains overnight has seen Francesca move from 6th into 5th place as the seven-strong fleet approach the Fastnet Rock, southwest of Ireland.

Getting into the rhythm of the 1000 Race …

Frankie will take the start tomorrow at 12:00 local (10:00 UTC) of the 1000 Race and the first challenge won't be wind, it will be the absence of it…

This Sunday, Francesca lines up for the 1000 Race, her first ever solo race on an IMOCA. Seven boats will set off from Port-la-Forêt in Brittany, France, heading out on a 1,200 nautical mile loop in the Bay of Biscay. Here's how to follow the start, on Sunday at 12:00 CEST (UTC+1).

On May 3, 2026, Italian-American offshore sailor, Francesca Clapcich, will take the start of the 1000 Race - her very first solo race on an IMOCA.

Team Francesca Clapcich Powered by 11th Hour Racing has revealed its international line-up to take on The Ocean Race Atlantic from New York, USA to Lorient, France this summer. 

Team Francesca Clapcich Powered by 11th Hour Racing is today announcing the full launch of its 2026 Purpose Program - a structured, action-oriented commitment to transforming diversity, belonging, and high performance in sailing.

Team Francesca Clapcich Powered by 11th Hour Racing has unveiled its bold new racing livery after a four month winter refit. The striking new branding on the 60-foot sail boat has been created by Italian award-winning duo Van Orton Design - twin brothers Stefano and Marco Schiavon.