Charlie Dalin Leads Vendée Globe as Yoann Richomme Secures Second Place

Sébastien Simon drops to third after foil damage, while the fleet navigates the Pacific and prepares for challenging weather ahead.

Charlie Dalin continues to lead the Vendée Globe, maintaining a significant advantage as the fleet progresses through the Pacific Ocean.
Yoann Richomme has overtaken Sébastien Simon for second place, closing the gap to within 150 nautical miles of Dalin.
Sébastien Simon, hindered by damage to his starboard foil, now holds third place and acknowledges the impact on his performance.
The top three skippers have distanced themselves from the rest of the fleet, navigating near the Antarctic Exclusion Zone to optimize their routes.
Skippers are bracing for a weather transition, including a potential depression near New Zealand, which could influence the race dynamics in the coming days.