Source: Transat Jacques Vabre. All Rights Reserved
" On inspection in daylight this morning (16/11/09) skipper Alex confirmed the damage is located on the starboard bow about four metres back and although fairly localised it is allowing a fair amount of water in the boat. The skippers are discussing the damage with their shore team to finalise a temporary fix which will allow them to make for the nearest land which is The Azores. Although the damage is small it will not be possible to stop the water until the area is free from water, something not possible in the ocean. Regrettably today at 1300 GMT Alex and Ross made the difficult decision to officially retire from the race. "
