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Tom Dolan kicks off the 2026 Figaro season in Concarneau, France, with a stellar performance. Despite an early misstep at the start, Dolan showcases his sailing prowess, securing a top-ten finish. The challenging conditions, featuring 4-5 metre swells and heavy winds, reignite his passion for offshore racing after withdrawing last year. His tactical decision to position himself slightly to the west proves crucial, allowing him to overtake five boats in the final stretch of the first inshore race. “A top-ten finish in the Figaro is never easy,” Dolan states, reflecting on his solid start to the season. He faces a hiccup during the Solo Guy Cotten Offshore Race, discovering plastic on the keel at sunrise. Now, Dolan sets his sights on the Trophée Banque Populaire Grand Ouest, an 800-mile double-handed offshore race, starting on 15 April, with mentor Gildas Mahé by his side.
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