Guirec Soudée, a French sailor known for his ambitious and unconventional sailing projects, has confirmed that he will compete in the next edition of the Route du Rhum, a prestigious transatlantic sailing race. The event, which takes place every four years, attracts some of the world's most skilled sailors, who race from Saint-Malo in France to Guadeloupe in the Caribbean. This year's race is expected to draw international attention, with participants using a variety of high-performance sailing vessels. Soudée will be competing in the Ultim class, which is the largest and most powerful category in the race. These boats are massive, often exceeding 30 meters in length, and are designed for speed and stability in open ocean conditions. The Ultim class is known for its cutting-edge technology and the high level of skill required to sail these vessels safely. The boat Soudée will be using is a maxi-trimaran, a type of sailing vessel with three hulls that provide exceptional speed and stability. This particular trimaran was previously used by Soudée to complete a world tour in reverse, a feat that involved sailing from the Americas to Europe, passing through the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans. This journey demonstrated Soudée's commitment to pushing the limits of long-distance sailing. Soudée's participation in the Route du Rhum marks a significant return to competitive sailing after his world tour. His experience with the trimaran gives him a unique advantage in the race, as he is already familiar with its performance and handling. As the race approaches, all eyes will be on Soudée and his team as they prepare for what promises to be a challenging and exciting competition.