Giancarlo Pedote Leads Tight Vendée Globe Race

The Italian sailor overtakes Sam Goodchild as competitors navigate challenging weather conditions.

Giancarlo Pedote has taken the lead in the Vendée Globe, closely followed by Sam Goodchild and Sébastien Simon.
The race remains highly competitive, with small gaps between the top contenders as they head towards the Cape Verde.
Maxime Sorel withdrew from the race due to technical issues and an injury, marking the first abandonment of the event.
Weather conditions are proving difficult, with unpredictable winds affecting the sailors' strategies.
Paul Meilhat and others are considering a western route, hoping for more favorable winds as they approach the Cape Verde.