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In 2024, the Tour de Martinique competition in round skiffs will once again attract sailing enthusiasts. Everyone is wondering who will be able to win and succeed the UFR-Chanflor team, title holder. Great uncertainty looms, promising intense moments and exciting duels. Who will lift the trophy this year and add their name to the prestigious list of winners of this emblematic race?
A highly anticipated Tour of Martinique in round skiffs
THE Tour of Martinique in round skiffs 2024 promises to be thrilling. This year, 16 crews are ready to challenge the ocean and try to succeed UFR-Chanflor, winner in 2023. The competition is intense, and each team will have to demonstrate their technical mastery and strategy to hope to reach first place. The rigorously traced route around the island promises some highlights.
The favorites of this edition
Among the contenders for this year’s title, several names stand out. Teams such as CTDM – EDF – FRAIKIN with Mario Malfleury at their head, or even Royal – ADEP led by Joe Glanny, position themselves as serious competitors. Sea journeys require perfect coordination between crew members and a keen understanding of sea currents.
A return to basics for certain municipalities
For this edition, the skiffs will make their big return to the Preacher and to Anses-d’Arlet, after six years of absence. These stages add an additional challenge for the crews and revive the interest of local spectators. The route of the stages has also been adjusted due to Paris 2024 Olympic Games, thus offering a new dynamic to the race.
The maritime challenge
The key stages of the Tour, ranging from The Robert has The Trinity or even Fort-de-France to Anses-D’Arlet, are crucial moments for each crew. Wind and wave management, combined with rigorous physical and mental preparation, are essential to hope for a podium finish.
Comparison table of the main favorites
| Yole | Boss |
| UFR-Chanflor | Marc-Daniel Labourg |
| CTDM – EDF – FRAIKIN | Mario Malfleury |
| Royal – ADEP | Joe Glanny |
| CMA-CGM | Géorgy Lagier-Lamon |
| McDonald’s | Olivier Merine |
| Rosette The Appaloosa | Kenny Exilie |
| Price – Westpoint | Mike Melidor-Fuxis |
| SMEM – Solar Inox – Limitless Group | Steve Jacqua |
| SARA – Self-distribution | Diany Rémi |
Strategies and preparation
Each team has specific strategies in place to maximize their chances of victory. The physical preparation is intense, with regular training on the water and analyzes of the different stages. The technical aspect of the skiffs is also crucial, every small improvement can make a difference during the race.
FAQs
Q: When does the 2024 Tour de Martinique in round skiffs start?
A: The Tour begins on July 15 and ends on July 21, 2024.
Q: How many crews are participating this year?
A: 16 crews will participate in the 2024 edition.
Q: Which municipalities are marking the return of the stages this year?
A: The skiffs return to Le Prêcheur and Anses-d’Arlet after six years of absence.
Q: Why have the event dates changed this year?
A: The dates have been brought forward due to the Paris 2024 Olympic Games.
Q: Who is the boss of the UFR-Chanflor team for this edition?
A: The boss of the UFR-Chanflor team is Marc-Daniel Labourg.
This event is not just a race, but a true celebration of Martinican culture and tradition. The suspense and excitement are palpable as each stage approaches, and there is no doubt that the next champion will have earned their place at the top.