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16. januar 2025 · 22 min · 234 visninger · Oslo

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Charlie Dalin won the Vendée Globe in under 65 days, shattering the previous record by more than nine days.7:45 Dalin maintained a consistent lead by avoiding major equipment failures and executing superior tactical decisions, particularly in the South Atlantic.4:57 His IMOCA 60, designed for high-speed planing, proved faster than runner-up Yoann Richomme’s vessel in moderate winds, allowing Dalin to regain the lead during the final Atlantic ascent.10:46 Despite a mid-race sail tear that required him to sew and glue repairs while suffering a hand injury, Dalin successfully managed structural issues, including a bulkhead crack and hydraulic keel problems.8:26 Richomme, who finished shortly after Dalin, pushed the pace throughout the Pacific, briefly leading around Cape Horn.3:16 The two sailors, both trained naval architects, engaged in a high-stakes tactical duel, often mirroring each other’s routing choices.15:33 The race saw a significant performance gap between the top two finishers and the rest of the fleet, with the remaining boats expected to arrive throughout February and March.14:54

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