Loick le Bras, writing for Voiles et Voiliers, cited a “well-placed source” who claimed Team France is close to signing with “the largest hotel group in France” and with the “leading aircraft company in Europe.” The deadline for challenger entries is Friday 8 August (although late entries can be accepted at the defender’s discretion). The first installment of $1 million in entry fees is due within a week of the challenge being accepted.
Original article, in French, here.