Camille Lecointre

Camille Lecointre, a revered figure in French sailing circles, has left an indelible mark on the sport with her exceptional talent and unwavering determination. Born with a natural affinity for the sea, Lecointre’s journey to becoming a celebrated sailor began at a young age.

Her first taste of international success came at the 2015 World Championships, where she clinched the bronze medal in the fiercely competitive 470 class, foreshadowing her future achievements. The following year, Lecointre joined forces with Hélène Defrance, and together they soared to new heights, capturing the world title in 2016 and securing a bronze medal at the Rio de Janeiro Olympics, a testament to their exceptional teamwork and skill on the water.

In 2019, Lecointre embarked on a new chapter alongside Aloïse Retornaz, forming a formidable partnership that would dominate the sailing scene. Their reign was marked by victories at prestigious events, including consecutive triumphs at the 470 European Championships in 2019 and 2021, as well as a silver medal at the 2019 Military World Games in Wuhan. Their crowning achievement came with a victory in the final of the Sailing World Cup in Marseille.

Their outstanding performances garnered widespread acclaim, culminating in the prestigious 2019 Sailor of the Year award bestowed upon them by the French Sailing Federation. The pinnacle of their partnership came at the 2020 Summer Olympics, where Lecointre and Retornaz once again showcased their prowess, clinching the bronze medal in the women’s 470 event, cementing their status as icons of French sailing.