Virtual Volvo hits 10 000 players

Discover the Southern Ocean and its icebergs, Cape Horn and its horrendous storms, the Doldrums and excruciating light wind conditions but also the emotion and joy of arriving safely in exotic places like Cape Town, Gingdao or Rio de Janeiro .

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Since 1973, we have been millions to follow the exploits of exceptional sailors like Eric Tabarly, Paul Cayard or Peter Blake gone to enjoy a great sporting and human adventure around the world.

Imagine yourself at the helm of a 70 feet boat capable of traveling at speeds of 30+ knots, to race against the best sailors in the world as Ken Read and Torben Grael on a journey of 37,000 miles divided into ten legs.

Sailors around the world have found their way to the Virtual Volvo Ocean Race Game. With over 10000 already registered captains coming from 98 countries so far we can safely say that a true global sailing community has been created for your enjoyment! So when you're in the forum, or sailing on the Virtual Ocean, look left or right and say hi as us sailors always do when we're onboard.

On board the Norwegian boat Innovation Kvaerner for the 97/98 edition, I am so looking forward to participate in this fantastic event being the Volvo Ocean Race. Join me in signing free of charge on www.volvooceanracegame.org

Check out how to play the game and register today! Let your friends join the game and setup your own competition! This is the time to show everyone you're the best tactician on shore! No excuses anymore! Check the weather forecast and step aboard!

The Alicante Marina has opened its gates for thousands virtual sailors. Now is the time to get on your yacht and start painting your colors on the hull and sails! There's no racing yet but you'll get a good feel of the game.

The competition is getting just a bit tougher. Sven Coster, 2008 Olympic sailing finalist in the 470 Class and multiple medal winner, has joined the Virtual Volvo Ocean Race Game. You can find him on his own Open 70 the "SvenCoster" and in the group Pro Sailors.

The Start will take place Saturday October 11 at 14H (local) - 12H (GMT)