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Barrier makes Route du Rhum history in Ultim class

France's Alexia Barrier became the first woman to finish the Route du Rhum in the Ultim class, placing fifth on Wednesday after a punishing Atlantic crossing that saw three of eight giant trimarans retire during the race.
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