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The Race
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What is the Volvo Ocean Race
The Volvo Ocean Race is an exceptional test of sailing prowess and human endeavour which has been built on the spirit of great seafarers - fearless men who sailed the world’s oceans aboard square rigged clipper ships more than a century ago.
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2011-12 – Closest race in history
The last edition of the Volvo Ocean Race, won by Groupama in their first ever appearance, was characterised by some of the closest racing in 40 years of competition. The boats had never been more evenly matched across a range of conditions and teams with the…
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2011-12 – The Race in numbers
In October 2012, race organisers released the End of Race Report, giving an in-depth view of the impact of this epic round-the-world adventure.
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Volvo Ocean Race Academy
The Volvo Ocean Race’s long established commitment to youth sailing worldwide continued in 2011-12 with the Volvo Ocean Race Academy and more initiatives will be introduced to build on this legacy in future editions of the race.
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A beginner's guide
The Volvo Ocean Race began life in 1973 and remains sailing's pre-eminent round-the-world yacht race and one of the most coveted prizes in the sport.
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Volvo Ocean Race Trophy
The only reward for victory in the Volvo Ocean Race is the spectacular trophy.
