Boris Herrmann Climbs to Third in Vendée Globe Race
The German sailor makes a remarkable comeback in the solo round-the-world race, closing in on the leaders.
- Boris Herrmann, skipper of 'Malizia – Seaexplorer', advanced from 40th to 3rd place in the Vendée Globe after five days at sea.
- The race began with 40 solo sailors departing from Les Sables d’Olonne, France, on November 10th for the non-stop global circumnavigation.
- Despite a challenging start, Herrmann quickly recovered and now trails closely behind the leading boats.
- British sailor Sam Goodchild currently leads the fleet, with Herrmann's former navigator Nico Lunven in second place.
- Swiss sailor Justine Mettraux is the top-ranked female competitor, closely contesting third place with Herrmann.