⛵ TWO painful weeks of drifting… but FINALLY, Etienne Messikommer is heading SOUTH! 🌊💨
After a frustrating battle with almost no wind, Golden Globe Race 2026 skipper Etienne Messikommer is finally making good progress again, sailing at around 6–6.5 knots!
In this fortnightly satellite phone call with GGR General Manager Georgie Vintner, Etienne shares the relief of moving again, the challenges of life aboard and his mixed emotions about what lies ahead.
🌊 "I’m excited… but at the same time, a bit scared."
The Southern Ocean is calling! It’s the adventure Etienne has been dreaming of, but he knows the toughest challenges are still ahead.
❤️ And there’s a touching moment…
Etienne admits how much he misses his partner, Eloise. Speaking to his Window LIVE camera every day, he sometimes wonders whether anyone is actually watching or listening.
Georgie has some wonderful news for him: YES, people ARE watching! ❤️
🎧 In this call:
⛵ Two miserable weeks of drifting finally behind him!
💨 Rough seas, wet decks and good boat speed heading south
📻 Daily HF radio conversations with Henry, Mara and Daniel
😴 Surprisingly sleeping like a baby despite the conditions!
❤️ Missing Eloise and wondering if anyone watches his Window LIVE messages
🌊 Excitement and fear as the Southern Ocean approaches
💪 Taking care of his boat — this is a marathon, not a sprint!
Despite the discomfort, Etienne is in good spirits, his boat is in excellent condition and he’s delighted to be moving again!
💬 Let’s show Etienne that we’re ALL watching and cheering him on! Leave a ❤️ and a message of encouragement in the comments!
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