The fastest sailor in world history wins again!

Rob Douglas of Vineyard Haven won the Mondial du Vent Orange Speed Crossing — the largest combined kitesurfing and windsurfing speed event — in Leucate, France last week. Rob set a new course record of 43.32 knots.

Rob’s brothers Jamie and Morgan, also of Vineyard Haven, placed fifth and ninth overall in the competition.

The brothers are sponsored by Lynch Associates, The Black Dog, Cabrinha, DaKine and Cornerfive Surf Company.