As far as I’m concerned, the victory of this edition of the Vandée Globe is yours. Since you have dismasted I have given up the French sailor to follow your regatta admired by your technical solutions and your gripping tale . The crying has become a smile, the exit from the competition has become an adventure. Merry Christmas and good wind, Pip!
So many followers on this channel, and that's because you are such an inspiration, Pip. Thank you for your infectious smile. I wish you the very best of arrivals into Melbourne in a day or three.
You were not my favorit at the start of the race, but you positive attitude, your willingness to never quite, your smile true the hard day and your honest fight to go true it all make you my favorite of all time Lady. You are the one that will stick in my minde as the best seller of this edition and the best fighter of all time. Thank you. Have a wonderfull Holiday time. (fun fact: you are still NOT the last one to this day, 3 baot still behind you wow! )
This will be the most beautiful best arrival in Melbourne that ever would be. I guarantee you Pip: Overcrowded. You deserve all of our respect making this happen. Your story is more interesting than the whole regatta... Thx a lot and congrats. You are so strong and positive... Cheers
As sad as it is, you dismasted. You and your slow boat sailed right into my heart. This journey is so cool and the fact you're taking us along all the way is beautiful. Have a safe trip to Melbourne and keep us updated ❤❤
Great new hat for your collection! Respect for your committment to looking after Medallia - you look after her and she looks after you :) I can imagine that part of you will be dreading arriving in Melbourne in this manner but please know that to everyone else, your journey looks like a success.
Thank you for making the big effort to film your progress through this chapter of your experience this year. There are many different ways to be a winner in this life. You have shown us one of those ways by how you've responded to your catastrophe. I respect and commend you Madame!
Frohe Weihnachten wünscht dir Torsten aus Deutschland. Du hast das Rennen um die Herzen der Menschen gewonnen. Geschwindigkeit ist nicht der entscheidente Faktor für deinen Sieg, sondern die Art und Weise wie du mit deiner Situation umgegangen bist.
Merry Christmas to you from Germany. Wonderful how far you have gone already and that you keep sharing your experience and the wonderful nature with us. THANK YOU.
Merry Xmas, Pip. Glad to see you have a smile on your face! Hope the slow trip to Melbourne is as enjoyable as it can be. Wish I could be there to welcome you to Australia but alas, it is a bit far for me.
Hello Pip, Episode 8 - with your Happy Christmas smile - is now No. 1 on UTube ! That proves YOU are now the number one inspiration story of the year to the World. Hip! Hip! 🎉 Hooray.
You are amazing - there are not enough words to describe my admiration for all you are doing and achieving. Happy Christmas dear Pip - not too far to go now, but no doubt there will still be a weird feeling for you as you come back to 'civilization'! Sending love and strength for everything ahead. Pam and Mike in Exmouth xx
Thinking of you Pip even on Christmas day. Wishing you all the best on your continued journey to Melbourne. Safe sailing and thanks for the updates. You are an amazing person😊
I have had no background (or indeed interest) in sailing before but I encountered your channel the day after your dismasting and now it's a firm fixture in my daily viewing. I'm sure that Melbourne will give you a welcome to remember in a few days time. Go Pip go - you are a winner!
I think I shall call him Albert Ross the albatross that sailed across on Christmoss.... Hang in there Pip. Earned superhero status! Respect! And admiration. You've certainly got the sand and all the rest of the minerals so hold it together like that.
Thank you, Pip. I've spent more time with you today than I've spent with anyone at Christmas for years. Merry Christmas. Hope you make Melbourne for New Years. and you continue to lead several boats 😊
It's my first time watching a yacht race but because of you it won't be my last...Melbourne will welcome you with open arms.. and a decent cup of coffee .😊.
Good morning Pip. Another greet update, thank you. We are expecting a hot one today, boxing dsy, in Victoria. Big fire in western VIC and strong northerly expected. You may smell some smoke. Stay safe.
Joyeux Noël Pip, ce bonnet bleu turquoise vous va à ravir, vous allez arriver à Melbourne le 29 décembre et vous pourrez y fêter la Saint Sylvestre et la nouvelle année c’est génial, prenez bien soin de vous et encore merci pour vos vidéos quotidiennes qui sont toujours captivantes, j’espère que le bateau va bien tenir le vent fort qui arrive sur vous et que vous aurez assez d’essence pour le moteur en attendant de pouvoir remonter les voiles, profitez bien du soleil et des oiseaux sur le pont, courage, Melbourne est tout près ❤
All the very best of the season to Pip, the team and all of you amazing people who, like me, are here in spirit to will Pip onwards to a safe landfall. Merry Christmas everyone from Cornwall, UK. Cheers, R. 🎅👍🍻🇬🇧
I woulda been so nervous to take the rig down, then again I never coulda devised this brilliant rig in the first place, nor would have I ever qualified for this race, so there ya go. Pip we love you!
Merry Christmas Pip. May your smile and your beautiful blue eye take you home safe. Well, a bit of wind with that I believe you would really be appreciated. Bon Voyage. From Montreal Canada
Merry Christmas Pip. Once again, such an inspirational video. It's great that you're sharing with us the work that you're doing as it gives a great insight into the work needed to keep the boat in safe order. Despite the slow progress, I'm sure you'll be in Melbourne soon. While I want you to reach Melbourne quickly, I'll be disappointed that I won't be able to have my daily episode of "Slow Boat to Melbourne" on Pip TV. All the best and keep enjoying the wildlife and journey.
Hey Pip, thank you so much for your heartwarming,❤ inspiring stories. Most of all, you are such a beautiful example of keeping a positive mindset! Merry Christmas and Godspeed from Berlin 👋
Joining the ranks of Merry Christmas wishers. Very much appreciate your regular updates. You have made a very successful change from racer to cruiser! Cheers
I assume you know the ins and outs of the treachourous entrance to Port Phillip Bay aka The Rip. You hat will not be required in Melbourne on Boxing Day 37C extreme fire danger day today. You are certainly an inspiration Pip, especially with your almost ever present smile. Happy Christmas..
I’m completely fascinated by your story. Way to show true grit, strength, resilience & intelligence in a tough situation. Happy Christmas to you & good luck!!
Pip, I'm going to miss your daily updates from the slow boat. I know it's a lot to ask but would you mind slowing down so that we can more from the best sailing channel on TH-cam. :)
Merry Christmas. Edging closer to a safe arrival in Australia with so many people heavily invested in your slow boat vlogs. You have won the hearts of lots of new followers just with your determination,positive and happy attitude. A true inspiration if ever I saw one. Greg 🇬🇧
Merry Christmas Pip, you have done a great job in very difficult circumstances, good luck with the rest of your slow boat trip. I am loving your strong positive attitude. Hats off to Pip👍
What a wonderful ideo! Really love your positivity!! How you check everything to make sure all is well with the boat and your planning for arrival in Australia. Really a fantastic clip. Congratulations!!!
Merry Christmas to you from another of your fella’s head over hills in love with the thought spending time just crewing for you. Well done on your racing until your demasting. And you’re cobbling together a sail able rig while keeping that positive vibe as you make your way to Melbourne. Safe travels and fair winds you Queen of the sea 💕✌️🍀🥂
You are a true hero! I can’t wait for your updates. Just one thing U R LOVED all the way here from Los Angeles. You constantly exude Strength, courage and determination - a true inspiration! Ahoy Sailor. Much Love, Marc xx🎉🎉
You have won the Vendee in my mind, not very interested in who crosses the line first but who is the strongest character in adversity. If the sponsors don't beat down your door they don't understand us humans.
Dear Pip, you are unbelievable great. Stay that way please and take care of you, the boat and the machine, that you can reach Melbourne safe and sound‼️ Here are Christmasgreetings from Eckernfoerde, North-Germany Take care 🎄🤶🕯💙⛵️🌊🤞✊️
Your marvellous indomitable spirit tinged with your wonderful sense of humour is a joy to behold. I can’t wait to see your arrival in Melbourne with you wearing that unfortunately totally inappropriate woolly hat. Perfect for Cape Horn for sure but not a Melbourne summer. 🤬 Wishing you a Merry Christmas might seem crazy but I do and also best wishes for your 2025 plans. We will be following you for sure. 🎅🎄🎅🎄🎅
Thank you Pip....Love you bobble hat!😊 Your endurance and resilience together with your capabilities in guiding your boat, is simply remarkable! As is your humility. Much love and gratitude from Cascais, Portugal ❤
Merry Christmas Pip. You are such an inspiration. I have been following you since you first set off from the shores of France. This mini series have been fascinating to watch. A survival series done with a smile and passion for sailing. I could watch content like this for hours. Safe travels on the final leg.
As far as I’m concerned, the victory of this edition of the Vandée Globe is yours. Since you have dismasted I have given up the French sailor to follow your regatta admired by your technical solutions and your gripping tale . The crying has become a smile, the exit from the competition has become an adventure. Merry Christmas and good wind, Pip!
So many followers on this channel, and that's because you are such an inspiration, Pip. Thank you for your infectious smile.
I wish you the very best of arrivals into Melbourne in a day or three.
Ein frohes und gesegnetes Weihnachtsfest für Dich Pip.
Probably my favourite Vendee Globe sailor channel ! Wonderful smile, positive attitude, memorable instants. Great great sailor !
You were not my favorit at the start of the race, but you positive attitude, your willingness to never quite, your smile true the hard day and your honest fight to go true it all make you my favorite of all time Lady. You are the one that will stick in my minde as the best seller of this edition and the best fighter of all time. Thank you. Have a wonderfull Holiday time. (fun fact: you are still NOT the last one to this day, 3 baot still behind you wow! )
I took it back because she really proved herself in the last Vonde. Always the favorite. But your right
Merry Christmas.
This will be the most beautiful best arrival in Melbourne that ever would be. I guarantee you Pip: Overcrowded. You deserve all of our respect making this happen. Your story is more interesting than the whole regatta... Thx a lot and congrats. You are so strong and positive... Cheers
Merry Christmas Pip, thank you for reminding us all of how to make the most of where we are regardless of how we got here.
Well done. So positive. So organised. So resilient. Celebrate well when you get there. Melbourne is a great party town.
Pip and Sam are such uplifting spirits. Wonderful people.
The story within the story that's become the story ....I salute you Pip.
Merry Christmas Pip! 💪😜 Last 100 miles: you got it!!! What a solo sailing masterclass !!!
As sad as it is, you dismasted. You and your slow boat sailed right into my heart. This journey is so cool and the fact you're taking us along all the way is beautiful. Have a safe trip to Melbourne and keep us updated ❤❤
Great new hat for your collection!
Respect for your committment to looking after Medallia - you look after her and she looks after you :)
I can imagine that part of you will be dreading arriving in Melbourne in this manner but please know that to everyone else, your journey looks like a success.
And a very Merry Christmas to you too.
Your positivity and good cheer is an inspiration as it is infectious.
Thank you for making the big effort to film your progress through this chapter of your experience this year. There are many different ways to be a winner in this life. You have shown us one of those ways by how you've responded to your catastrophe. I respect and commend you Madame!
Pip, been through the wars but come through smiling 😊 what a sailor . What a woman ! ⛵ 🌟
Merry Christmas. Thanks for sharing your wonderful energy and smile.
Frohe Weihnachten wünscht dir Torsten aus Deutschland. Du hast das Rennen um die Herzen der Menschen gewonnen. Geschwindigkeit ist nicht der entscheidente Faktor für deinen Sieg, sondern die Art und Weise wie du mit deiner Situation umgegangen bist.
Merry Christmas Pip! What a precious reminder to live our lives, wherever they lead us.
Merry Christmas to you from Germany. Wonderful how far you have gone already and that you keep sharing your experience and the wonderful nature with us. THANK YOU.
What a wonderful person you are Pip! Thanks for being a shinning ray of kindness in a world too often pushing the opposite. One Love!
Have a wonderful Christmas and hope you get to land safe and sound with no dramas. Big hugs from Spain.
Merry Xmas, Pip. Glad to see you have a smile on your face! Hope the slow trip to Melbourne is as enjoyable as it can be. Wish I could be there to welcome you to Australia but alas, it is a bit far for me.
Happy xmas and thank you for letting us oarticipate in everything. The Vendee Globe will not be the same after you’ve rached Melbourne.
Hello Pip, Episode 8 - with your Happy Christmas smile - is now No. 1 on UTube ! That proves YOU are now the number one inspiration story of the year to the World. Hip! Hip! 🎉 Hooray.
Merry Christmas! Thanks for sharing your gift of positivity.
Congratulations on your perseverance and your positivity. Merry Christmas, Pip!
Pip, you're awesome. I love the slow boat series. Recovering from such a blow the way you do is just so inspiring. Thanks! Rooting for you.
You are amazing - there are not enough words to describe my admiration for all you are doing and achieving. Happy Christmas dear Pip - not too far to go now, but no doubt there will still be a weird feeling for you as you come back to 'civilization'! Sending love and strength for everything ahead. Pam and Mike in Exmouth xx
Merry Christmas Pip! 🌲⛵️
Thinking of you Pip even on Christmas day. Wishing you all the best on your continued journey to Melbourne. Safe sailing and thanks for the updates. You are an amazing person😊
I have had no background (or indeed interest) in sailing before but I encountered your channel the day after your dismasting and now it's a firm fixture in my daily viewing. I'm sure that Melbourne will give you a welcome to remember in a few days time. Go Pip go - you are a winner!
Push on Pip, you are doing great.
I think I shall call him Albert Ross the albatross that sailed across on Christmoss.... Hang in there Pip. Earned superhero status! Respect! And admiration. You've certainly got the sand and all the rest of the minerals so hold it together like that.
Thank you, Pip. I've spent more time with you today than I've spent with anyone at Christmas for years. Merry Christmas. Hope you make Melbourne for New Years. and you continue to lead several boats 😊
And a Sumptuous Day to you Pip!
May the skyline of Melbourne grace your bow soon.
Grazie per la tua gioia.🤗
Merry Christmas Pip.
Only 96 hours to Melbourne ...great❣️
Good luck. Stay safe. 🎄⛵️🎉
It's my first time watching a yacht race but because of you it won't be my last...Melbourne will welcome you with open arms.. and a decent cup of coffee .😊.
Good morning Pip. Another greet update, thank you. We are expecting a hot one today, boxing dsy, in Victoria. Big fire in western VIC and strong northerly expected. You may smell some smoke. Stay safe.
Nice to see you are happy
Happy Christmas Pip what a wonderful attitude… fair winds ..🎉
Hi Pip, here from Italy we follow your route to Melbourne with great affection! :)
Joyeux Noël Pip, ce bonnet bleu turquoise vous va à ravir, vous allez arriver à Melbourne le 29 décembre et vous pourrez y fêter la Saint Sylvestre et la nouvelle année c’est génial, prenez bien soin de vous et encore merci pour vos vidéos quotidiennes qui sont toujours captivantes, j’espère que le bateau va bien tenir le vent fort qui arrive sur vous et que vous aurez assez d’essence pour le moteur en attendant de pouvoir remonter les voiles, profitez bien du soleil et des oiseaux sur le pont, courage, Melbourne est tout près ❤
Frohe Weihnachten, liebe Pip. 🎄Gute Fahrt weiterhin. 🍀
All the very best of the season to Pip, the team and all of you amazing people who, like me, are here in spirit to will Pip onwards to a safe landfall.
Merry Christmas everyone from Cornwall, UK.
Cheers, R.
🎅👍🍻🇬🇧
I woulda been so nervous to take the rig down, then again I never coulda devised this brilliant rig in the first place, nor would have I ever qualified for this race, so there ya go. Pip we love you!
Merry Christmas Pip. May your smile and your beautiful blue eye take you home safe. Well, a bit of wind with that I believe you would really be appreciated. Bon Voyage. From Montreal Canada
Merry Christmas Pip. Once again, such an inspirational video. It's great that you're sharing with us the work that you're doing as it gives a great insight into the work needed to keep the boat in safe order. Despite the slow progress, I'm sure you'll be in Melbourne soon. While I want you to reach Melbourne quickly, I'll be disappointed that I won't be able to have my daily episode of "Slow Boat to Melbourne" on Pip TV. All the best and keep enjoying the wildlife and journey.
Happy hollidays Pip and have a safe and warm voyage to Melbourne.
Hey Pip, thank you so much for your heartwarming,❤ inspiring stories. Most of all, you are such a beautiful example of keeping a positive mindset! Merry Christmas and Godspeed from Berlin 👋
Merry Christmas to you too and a 2025 full of joy, health and peace. That's what we wish you from the south of Brazil.
Joining the ranks of Merry Christmas wishers. Very much appreciate your regular updates. You have made a very successful change from racer to cruiser! Cheers
Merry Christmas to you pip
I assume you know the ins and outs of the treachourous entrance to Port Phillip Bay aka The Rip. You hat will not be required in Melbourne on Boxing Day 37C extreme fire danger day today. You are certainly an inspiration Pip, especially with your almost ever present smile. Happy Christmas..
I’m completely fascinated by your story. Way to show true grit, strength, resilience & intelligence in a tough situation. Happy Christmas to you & good luck!!
OVERCOMING ADVERSITY HAS TAKEN ON A TOTALLY NEW MEANING. BRAVO ZULU PIP!
Pip, I'm going to miss your daily updates from the slow boat. I know it's a lot to ask but would you mind slowing down so that we can more from the best sailing channel on TH-cam. :)
Merry Christmas. Edging closer to a safe arrival in Australia with so many people heavily invested in your slow boat vlogs. You have won the hearts of lots of new followers just with your determination,positive and happy attitude. A true inspiration if ever I saw one. Greg 🇬🇧
Merry Christmas God Bless ❤️
Buon Natale a te Pip. Sei una donna molto forte e simpatica. Ti auguro ogni bene 🌲👋
Merry Christmas Pip, you have done a great job in very difficult circumstances, good luck with the rest of your slow boat trip. I am loving your strong positive attitude. Hats off to Pip👍
I would love to see close ups of the seabirds. I can add them to my lifelist of birds seen on tv/media. And MERRY CHRISTMAS
Merry Christmas Pip! I got a bobble hat for Xmas too and I'm happily wearing it in honour of you
What a wonderful ideo! Really love your positivity!! How you check everything to make sure all is well with the boat and your planning for arrival in Australia. Really a fantastic clip. Congratulations!!!
Pip you are an inspiration.
Never dismasted but seeing how you’ve handled this has been a master class.
Well done and fair winds to Melbourne.
Merry Christmas so much fun to see you have appreciated your situation and are sending these inspiring videos. I think I am going to miss them.
Merry Christmas Pip - nearly there!!!
Merry Christmas from Queensland Australia love ya pip your the best
Merry Christmas from cold and grey Germany.
Love your vibes, the best channel on the vendee globe 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻💪 Merry christmas Pip
Merry Christmas to you from another of your fella’s head over hills in love with the thought spending time just crewing for you. Well done on your racing until your demasting. And you’re cobbling together a sail able rig while keeping that positive vibe as you make your way to Melbourne. Safe travels and fair winds you Queen of the sea 💕✌️🍀🥂
Hi! Ho! Ho!
Merry Christmas!
Thanks for your first hand ‘ What to do!’ You are Brilliant.
Merry Christmas Pip ! You are so positive, is a lesson to all.
Good to see you still in high spirits. Keep it up!
Mele Kalikimaka (Merry Christmas). Mahalo for taking the time to video the “new” rig.
You are a true hero! I can’t wait for your updates. Just one thing U R LOVED all the way here from Los Angeles. You constantly exude Strength, courage and determination - a true inspiration! Ahoy Sailor. Much Love, Marc xx🎉🎉
You are an inspiration to say the least.
Merry Christmas from Ajo Arizona.
You have won the Vendee in my mind, not very interested in who crosses the line first but who is the strongest character in adversity. If the sponsors don't beat down your door they don't understand us humans.
merry xmas Pip, hoping i can be amongst the well wishers upon your arrival in Melbourne. Following only you,....race? what race? Fabulous to watch
Dear Pip,
you are unbelievable great. Stay that way please and take care of you, the boat and the machine, that you can reach Melbourne safe and sound‼️
Here are Christmasgreetings from Eckernfoerde, North-Germany
Take care
🎄🤶🕯💙⛵️🌊🤞✊️
Merry Christmas pip ❤
Merry Christmas, Pip. It may be the slow boat for now, but we all know how fast you two are together and you will be running full speed again soon
Merry Christmas Pip
Merry Christmas from California. Relaxing indeed ❤️
Merry Christmas Pip. you're an inspiration.
So happy to see you cheerful Pip. There will be one hell of a welcome awaiting you in Melbourne. Merry Christmas x
Looking good. Merry Christmas to you, Pip!😁💜
Your marvellous indomitable spirit tinged with your wonderful sense of humour is a joy to behold. I can’t wait to see your arrival in Melbourne with you wearing that unfortunately totally inappropriate woolly hat. Perfect for Cape Horn for sure but not a Melbourne summer. 🤬 Wishing you a Merry Christmas might seem crazy but I do and also best wishes for your 2025 plans. We will be following you for sure. 🎅🎄🎅🎄🎅
And back at you1 Merry Christmas and onward...
Merry Christmas.
And awesome work to get where you are.
Hope you make Australia safely.
Merry Christmas 🎄! Lovely to see you so cheerful. This is by far my favorite Vendée Globe Channel. All the best from Germany.
Merry Christmas Pip!! Love your updates. Keep positive.
Merry Christmas from Germany to the ocean below Australia- enjoy the slow sailing
Thank you Pip....Love you bobble hat!😊
Your endurance and resilience together with your capabilities in guiding your boat, is simply remarkable! As is your humility. Much love and gratitude from Cascais, Portugal ❤
Merry Christmas from Germany, thank you for your messages - you are great! Keep calm, stay safe and healthy !
Happy Boxing Day from NZ.
A very Merry Christmas, Pip! You’re the moral winner of the Vendèe Globe. 🎄🥂
What a lovely woman you are Pip. It's been areal pleasure to see more of you on here.
Merry Christmas Pip. You are such an inspiration. I have been following you since you first set off from the shores of France. This mini series have been fascinating to watch. A survival series done with a smile and passion for sailing. I could watch content like this for hours. Safe travels on the final leg.
Another interesting video. Thanks Pip. Keep chugging towards Oz!