Armel Tripon and Tanguy Leglatin are a combination of a sailor with an impressive track record and a coach renowned in the world of ocean racing. A committed and inventive skipper, Armel loves to push the limits on the water, always driven by his infectious energy. At his side, Tanguy, a leading coach to some of the greatest skippers, brings his sharp eye, rigour and knowledge of performance. Motivated by the cause of the charity Les P'tits Doudous, they will be at the helm of this beautiful IMOCA's first race. Armel Tripon and Tanguy Leglatin are a combination of a sailor with an impressive track record and a coach renowned in the world of ocean racing. A committed and inventive skipper, Armel loves to push the limits on the water, always driven by his infectious energy. At his side, Tanguy, a leading coach to some of the greatest skippers, brings his sharp eye, rigour and knowledge of performance. Motivated by the cause of the charity Les P'tits Doudous, they will be at the helm of this beautiful IMOCA's first race.
The two share a bond forged by years of exchanges on the pontoons and on the water: a relationship based on mutual respect, humour and a healthy dose of trust. It is said that their training sessions often end with broad smiles – proof that performance does not exclude pleasure.
Discreet, humble and incredibly efficient, Tanguy Leglatin began coaching offshore sailors in 2007 in Lorient and quickly built a reputation that matched his talent.Discreet, humble and incredibly efficient, Tanguy Leglatin began coaching offshore sailors in 2007 in Lorient and quickly built a reputation that matched his talent.
There is no ambiguity in his approach: performance, performance and more performance. But it's not just about optimising every setting, working on strategy and repeating manoeuvres until they are mastered to perfection. Tanguy Leglatin's goal is for the skipper to be perfectly in tune with their boat, their environment and their sporting objectives. Being able to perform is not enough; you have to want it deeply and enjoy doing it.
2025: Normandy Channel Race in Class 40 - 8th with Vincent Riou
Tour de Belle Île in Ocean Fifty - 1st with Lazare
2024: Défi Atlantique in Class 40 - 3rd with Erwan le Draoulec
2023: Les Sables Horta in Class 40 - 5th with Erwan le Draoulec
Transat Jacques Vabre in Class 40 - 4th with Erwan le Draoulec
2019: Tour de Bretagne in Figaro 3 - 13th with Emile Henry and Erwan Le Draoulec
2017: Bretagne Sud Mini in Mini 6.50 - 1st with Emile Henry and Erwan Le Draoulec
2016: Armen Race in IMOCA - 1st with Thomas Ruyant
2015: Artemis Challenge in IMOCA - 1st with Vincent Riou
2012: Europa Warm Up 2012 in IMOCA - 1st with Jean Pierre Dick
2011: Rolex Fastnet Race in Class40 - 1st with Alex Olivier and T. de Lamotte
2010: Normandy Channel Race in Class40 - 1st with Thomas Ruyant