France hails a young heroine: Violette, conqueror of the waves.
16 February 2025
The 23-year-old has become the youngest solo sailor to race around the world.
When she set sail around the world from the west coast of France three months ago, Violette Dorange was barely known outside her sport. By the time she returned last week, she was a household name in her country.
Now it’s hoped her example will inspire a more intrepid generation.
When she set sail around the world from the west coast of France three months ago, Violette Dorange was barely known outside her sport. By the time she returned last week, she was a household name in her country.
Now it’s hoped her example will inspire a more intrepid generation.