A podium finish for Holcim-PRB in The Ocean Race Europe
by Holcim-PRB 20 Sep 21:47 UTC
Holcim-PRB: a podium finish in The Ocean Race Europe © Adrien Nivet / polaRYSE
After six weeks of racing, Holcim-PRB sailed its final race of The Ocean Race Europe 2025 today in Montenegro. With a third-place finish in the coastal race in Boka Bay, the Swiss boat secured a spot on the podium, claiming the bronze medal.
Throughout each stage of this race, the team showed drive, consistent performance and commitment, both at sea and on shore, making this an exceptional team achievement. Biotherm, skippered by Paul Meilhat claimed victory in Boka Bay, while Paprec Arkéa completed the overall podium.
This result is a true testament to the extraordinary fight shown by the crew. After being forced to abandon the first leg from Kiel to Portsmouth due to a collision with IMOCA Allagrande MAPEI just minutes after the start, the team chose to focus on the comeback rather than the setback. Sailors, technical staff, and the entire shore team worked relentlessly to repair the boat and return to the race as quickly as possible.
Rosalin Kuiper, Nicolas Lunven, Alan Roberts, Franck Cammas, Carolijn Brouwer, along with the two onboard reporters, Anne Beaugé and Adrien Nivet, approached every stage of this race with focus and determination. Their consistent presence at the front of the fleet highlights both the crew's expertise and the commitment of the shore team. "This is a strong result. The whole team can be proud of what we achieved. What I will remember most from The Ocean Race Europe is the team spirit that guided us throughout the competition. We grew together and lived a truly memorable experience," said skipper Rosalin Kuiper.
The boat is scheduled to set off tomorrow, Sunday, for its delivery trip back to its base in Brittany.