Marine Results would like to wish Boat Captain Molly LaPointe, who worked with our team in 2024 and is now part of The Famous Project CIC, fair winds as she prepares for their upcoming attempt on the Jules Verne Trophy aboard the record-breaking maxi trimaran IDEC SPORT.
From Maiden to Marine Results
We first met Molly during the Ocean Globe Race 2023–24, where she served as a rigger and later a watch leader aboard Maiden. Marine Results played a major role in preparing Maiden for her circumnavigation, from stepping and unstepping her mast to carrying out comprehensive servicing and inspections.
On 16 April 2024, Maiden crossed the finish line off Cowes after an over ~27,000 nm circumnavigation.
Forty-eight hours later, it was confirmed she had won the Ocean Globe Race overall – including the landmark achievement of becoming the first all-female crew to win a round-the-world race.
Molly’s calm leadership, technical expertise and offshore resilience stood out throughout the campaign.
When she stepped ashore after the OGR, we were delighted to welcome her into the Marine Results team in May 2024, where she worked across key projects including rigging and inspections on the iconic SY M5.
Taking on a new global challenge
Since September 2024, Molly has been training with The Famous Project CIC, in the final stage of preparations for their all-female Jules Verne Trophy attempt. She will sail as Boat Captain, supporting the crew led by Alexia Barrier and Dee Caffari as they aim to complete a full circumnavigation in under 41 days to beat the existing record.
The team expects to depart towards the end of November 2025, ready to seize the first ideal weather window.
And while this challenge demands absolute focus, those who know Molly won’t be surprised if there’s a Taylor Swift lyric or two powering her through the night watches.
From her days offshore on Maiden to tackling big-boat projects with us, Molly has always brought a sharp eye, a cool head and a sense of humour to match – ideal qualities for a Jules Verne run.
A proud connection to Jules Verne Trophy history
Molly’s upcoming challenge carries particular meaning for Marine Results.
On 1 April 1994, our co-founder and director Ed Danby crossed the finish line aboard ENZA New Zealand to win the Jules Verne Trophy, sailing alongside Sir Peter Blake, Sir Robin Knox-Johnston and a crew of eight.
ENZA – the world’s largest racing sailboat at the time – had departed Ushant on 16 January 1994. Over 74 days, 22 hours, 17 minutes and 22 seconds, the team covered approximately 26,395 nautical miles, enduring storms, investigating rig integrity after near-capsize conditions, and achieving sustained averages of over 16 knots.
Their achievement set a global benchmark for speed under sail and remains one of offshore racing’s most iconic triumphs.
Full circle, three decades on
To see Molly LaPointe now taking on the same legendary route, three decades after Ed Danby’s victory, is a proud moment for the entire Marine Results team.
We wish Molly and The Famous Project CIC fair winds and following seas as they prepare for their world-record attempt.
Photo credit: The Famous Project CIC
