Charlie Dalin Leads Vendée Globe as Fleet Prepares for Key Weather System

The race leader maintains his position while competitors anticipate a critical depression to accelerate progress toward the Cape of Good Hope.

Charlie Dalin, aboard Macif Santé Prévoyance, remains at the forefront of the Vendée Globe, with a slight lead over Thomas Ruyant and Yoann Richomme.
The top ten skippers, all sailing foil-equipped boats, are navigating in close proximity as they aim to capitalize on favorable weather conditions.
A developing depression between Brazil and the Trindade and Martin Vaz archipelago is expected to assist the leaders in making rapid progress toward the Cape of Good Hope.
The first twenty skippers have crossed the equator, with the remainder of the fleet expected to follow shortly as they continue southward.
Maxime Sorel has officially withdrawn from the race, leaving 39 competitors still vying for victory in this solo, non-stop, around-the-world sailing event.