Yoann Richomme Leads Vendée Globe as Conditions Improve Along Portuguese Coast
After battling fierce conditions near Cape Finisterre, sailors in the Vendée Globe are experiencing better weather along the Portuguese coast. Yoann Richomme has taken the lead in the race, leveraging a strategic western route, while close contenders Charlie Dalin and Sam Goodchild trail within 15 nautical miles. Others, like Thomas Ruyant, face challenges such as leaks and fatigue from rough seas. As they head towards the Canary Islands, calmer winds are expected, with forecasts predicting lighter conditions ahead of them.