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Around Cape Horn on Christmas Eve

20 décembre 2024 · 15 min · 442 vues · Pacific Ocean

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The Vendée Globe fleet navigates the Southern Ocean, with leaders Charlie Dalin and Yannick Bestaven contending for the top position as they approach Point Nemo.7:51 Several IMOCA 60 skippers report significant technical failures: Pip Hare dismasted 800 nautical miles south of Australia after a foil-assisted landing caused a structural collapse, while other competitors manage rudder tie-bar fractures and water ingress.5:43 Sailors face freezing temperatures, with water temperatures near 5 degrees Celsius, though most boats lack functional heating systems.9:36 The leaders have crossed the International Date Line, gaining an extra day, and are projected to round Cape Horn by Christmas Eve, currently tracking half a day ahead of Armel Le Cléac'h’s 2016 record.13:30 Tactical routing remains critical as skippers navigate exclusion zones and high-pressure ridges, with some boats forced to sail on unfavorable tacks due to foil damage.12:00 The race remains a test of endurance, with competitors prioritizing minor comforts like coffee and chocolate to maintain morale amidst ongoing repairs.2:20

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