Press release
ALAMEDA, CA. November 1, 2012 -- Artemis Racing, Challenger of Record for the 34th America's Cup, announced today that French multihull legend Loïck Peyron will sail with the Swedish team during this month's AC72 training.
“It is fantastic to have Loïck join Artemis Racing. Loïck has no peer when it comes to large multihulls.” said Paul Cayard, CEO of Artemis Racing. “As we have seen, these AC72's will be a real challenge here on San Francisco Bay and having someone of Loïck's experience will certainly be advantageous.”
Peyron has an extensive background of achievements in multihulls in both inshore and offshore racing. In the late 90's and early 2000's he won the ORMA Championship four times, the Singlehanded Trans Atlantic Race three times, and just this year won the Jules Verne Trophy setting the record for the fastest circumnavigation of the globe in just 45 days. Peyron has been the skipper for Energy Team France in the 2012 America's Cup World Series (ACWS).
"Thanks to my new role with Artemis Racing, Energy Team is gaining the experience of the 34th America's Cup at the highest level." said Loïck Peyron. The Peyron brothers and their Energy Team will continue with the AC45 on the ACWS circuit next year and are aiming to participate in the 35 th America's Cup.
Antonio Calce, Chief Executive Officer and Partner of Montres Corum Sarl says: “Once again, Loïck Peyron has proven that he is an exceptional sailor, with the highest level of experience not commonly found in the world of sailing. I believe it is very important that he is part of this prestigious race, either on Energy Team or the Artemis AC 72. And I will follow with pride the Artemis regattas knowing that a member of the Corum family is involved in the race.”
About Artemis Racing Artemis Racing is the Challenger of Record for the 34th America's Cup. Artemis Racing competes in the America's Cup World Series, RC44 Championship Tour, and Vulcain Trophy. Artemis Racing represents the Royal Swedish Yacht Club (KSSS).
