Yoann Richomme Breaks Vendée Globe Record at Cape Horn

Overview

• Yoann Richomme became the first skipper in the 2024 Vendée Globe to round Cape Horn, setting a record time of 43 days, 11 hours, and 25 minutes.
• Charlie Dalin followed just nine minutes and thirty seconds later, marking one of the closest head-to-heads at this stage in the race's history.
• Richomme's record beats the previous mark set by Armel Le Cléac’h in 2016 by over three days, showcasing exceptional performance in ideal sailing conditions.
• Both skippers are now racing up the Atlantic Ocean, maintaining high speeds and continuing an intense battle for the lead.
• The third-place competitor, Sébastien Simon, trails significantly after equipment damage, while the rest of the fleet remains far behind the leading duo.