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IMOCA: Corentin Horeau Less Than 50 Miles From the Finish Line
Corentin Horeau (MACSF) remains firmly in the lead of the IMOCA fleet. According to the 10 p.m. standings, the Trinidadian skipper is now just 47.8 miles from the finish line, with a 284.4-mile lead over Boris Herrmann (Malizia 4).
His progress, however, remains hampered by the light and unstable winds prevailing around Guadeloupe. After being the first to emerge from the difficult conditions encountered in the Atlantic, Horeau must now make frequent adjustments and maneuvers to take advantage of even the slightest gusts. Sargassum poses an additional challenge when it accumulates on the rudders and disrupts the autopilot?s operation.
Behind him, Boris Herrmann holds on to second place, but the battle for the podium remains wide open. Élodie Bonafous (Association Petits Princes - Quéguiner), in third place 355.4 miles from the finish, is now just 23.1 miles behind the German. Sam Goodchild (MACIF Santé Prévoyance), in fourth place, is 388.4 miles from the finish line after losing ground while repairing his sail.
Ocean Fifty: Basile Bourgnon Extends His Lead Once Again
That was the standout development of the day. After facing a challenge from Thibaut Vauchel-Camus in the morning?who had closed the gap to less than ten miles?Basile Bourgnon (Edenred 5) regained a clear lead.
At 10:00 p.m., the Ocean Fifty leader is 53.6 miles from the finish line, compared to 135.2 miles for Vauchel-Camus (Solidaires En Peloton by Delanchy). The gap has now reached 81.6 miles. Pierre Quiroga (Wewise) follows 160.2 miles from the finish, ahead of Léonard Legrand (Sodebo Fifty), who is 169.7 miles away.
This regained lead is all the more significant given that Bourgnon is sailing without his J1, his large jib, which was damaged during the passage of the tropical depression. This is a significant setback, especially when conditions require the trimaran to be relaunched regularly.
However, the race isn't over yet. Light winds and wind shadow effects around Guadeloupe could still cause significant slowdowns.
Class40: Nebout Still in the Lead, Fatigue Is Setting In
Further out in the Atlantic, Achille Nebout (Amarris) remains in the lead of the Class40 fleet ahead of Guillaume Pirouelle (Sogestran - Seafrigo). Axel Tréhin (Exalt) is in third place.
The first Class40s are beginning to emerge from the most grueling conditions. Guillaume Pirouelle, in particular, spoke of feeling extremely fatigued after several days of strong winds, rough seas, and repairs on board.
For the competitors further back, the situation remains difficult. Part of the fleet is still facing winds of 25 to 30 knots, with gusts reaching up to 35 knots, and waves of 4 to 5 meters.
Gilles Lamiré Is Still Safe After His Float Broke
In the Multi Rum category, Gilles Lamiré (GCA Group) continues to face a major problem after his port float broke.
The vessel has secured its rigging and confirmed that it does not require assistance. It is continuing on its course while awaiting improved conditions to accurately assess the damage and its ability to navigate.
On the other side of the Atlantic, the first IMOCA and Ocean Fifty boats could complete their crossing tonight. But before crossing the finish line at Pointe-à-Pitre, they still have to navigate the final few miles around Guadeloupe. And in light winds, even a significant lead never means you can stop maneuvering.
