Dalin's ability to maintain a steady pace and navigate effectively through the changing weather conditions has been crucial to his lead.
Sébastien Simon's record-setting performance highlights the competitive nature of the Vendée Globe and the potential for shifts in rankings as conditions evolve.
As the race progresses towards the Cape of Good Hope, the weather patterns may create further opportunities for shifts in the leaderboard, particularly for those skippers who can adapt quickly to changing conditions.
The ongoing competition among the top skippers suggests that the Vendée Globe will continue to be highly competitive, with potential for surprises in the coming days.
Charlie Dalin (Macif Santé Prévoyance) has solidified his lead in the 10th Vendée Globe, extending his advantage to 39 miles ahead of Thomas Ruyant (Vulnerable) as of the latest rankings on Wednesday evening, November 27. Dalin's consistent performance has kept him at the forefront of the race, with an impressive 24-hour average speed of 23.84 knots. Meanwhile, Sébastien Simon (Groupe Dubreuil) has made headlines by taking third place from Yoann Richomme (Paprec Arkéa) and setting a new record for distance covered in 24 hours on an Imoca, achieving 615.33 miles (1,139 km).
As the fleet approaches the Cape of Good Hope, the competition remains tight among the top five skippers, who are all within fifty miles of each other. This includes Nicolas Lunven (Holcim - PRB) and Jérémie Beyou (Charal). The next group, consisting of Sam Goodchild (Vulnerable), Yannick Bestaven (Maître Coq V), and Paul Meilhat (Biotherm), is also in close contact, but a significant gap of 160 miles separates them from the rest of the fleet. The current weather conditions are favoring the leaders, while those at the back are struggling with a lack of wind, forcing them to take less direct routes.
The latest rankings as of 7 p.m. on November 27 are as follows: 1. Charlie Dalin (Macif Santé Prévoyance) - 18,254.11 nautical miles from the finish; 2. Thomas Ruyant (Vulnerable) - 39.71 miles behind; 3. Sébastien Simon (Dubreuil Group) - 41.22 miles behind; 4. Yoann Richomme (Paprec Arkéa) - 67.98 miles behind; 5. Jérémie Beyou (Charal) - 97.60 miles behind. Notably, Maxime Sorel (V and B-Monbana-Mayenne) has abandoned the race.
