VOICED : Youngest skipper in Route du Rhum prepares to sail solo

Polignac, a 19-year-old sailor, has successfully raised over €250,000 and is preparing for a solo transatlantic race. He started making money at 17 and led a business team at school, showcasing his maturity and leadership. Despite the excitement around his race participation, he remains grounded, focusing on starting the race rather than rankings. On November 2nd, he aims to become the youngest skipper in the race, competing alongside 89 others, including a 75-year-old veteran.

At what age did Polignac start making money, and what was his motivation?

• At 16, to travel the world

• At 18, to fund his education

• At 15, to buy a yacht

• At 17, to avoid a typical teenage budget

What business venture did Polignac undertake while in school?

• He opened a sailing school

• He led a team of six in a business

• He started a yacht manufacturing company

• He launched a maritime blog

How do Polignac's peers perceive him?

• As overly ambitious

• As mature and confident

• As immature and inexperienced

• As lacking in energy

What is Polignac's attitude towards discussing his race rankings?

• He avoids discussing them

• He is eager to discuss them

• He is indifferent about them

• He is overly focused on them

What record is Polignac set to break in the upcoming race?

• First to complete the race solo

• Youngest skipper to participate

• Youngest skipper to win the race

• Oldest participant in the race