NEWPORT, R.I. (WJAR) — When Newport-based 11th Hour Racing team taking home the top spot in the 4th leg of the Ocean Race, you may have noticed Francesca Clapcich celebrating with her crew. This is ...

Clapcich aims for unprecedented sailing "grand slam" Team Malizia chosen as Technical Partner for Vendee Globe Clapcich's career spans Olympics, America's Cup, and The Ocean Race April 15 (Reuters) - ...

Francesca Clapcich, an Italian skipper, has announced a campaign to compete at the Vendee Globe in 2028. This would make her one of the few people who could compete in all four of the sport's most ...

SALT LAKE CITY — She is breaking barriers and even leading her class for a time. Seasoned sailor and Kamas mother Francesca "Frankie" Clapcich spoke with FOX 13 News from her boat in the middle of the ...

From her early days as a ski racer in Italy to becoming a two-time Olympian, Francesca Clapcich’s journey is one of grit, passion, and purpose. From her early days as a ski racer in Italy to becoming ...