Charismatic, pocket sized De Pavant, who hails from Montferrier some 300 miles east along the coast and knows the Mediterranean waters well, together with his tall, reserved but vastly experienced Breton counterpart, Audigane, ... And the beaches from the iconic Hotel W start line all the way up to the turning mark were busy as thousands turned out to enjoy the spirited opening tussle. The departure from the Moll Barcelona World RACE's Race Fleet Dock was enriched by the ...