The entire fleet of the second edition of the GLOBE40 has departed from Recife, Brazil, on a leg measuring approximately 3,745 nautical miles to Lorient. This leg features a highly anticipated showdown between CREDIT MUTUEL and BELGIUM OCEAN RACING – CURIUM, who find themselves tied on points after an intense seven months of racing. This competition not only highlights their rivalry but also sees the Brazilian crew BARCO BRASIL leading the Classic Class40 standings, with other teams like WILSON and FREE DOM close behind.
As the competitors navigate back to the North Atlantic, they may face challenges such as the Doldrums, notorious for its unpredictable conditions that could impact the overall standings. The Azores archipelago will serve as a significant tactical point, akin to the storms and high winds faced during the inaugural edition, making this leg’s strategy crucial.
This competition exemplifies the enduring rivalry between CREDIT MUTUEL, featuring Ian Lipinski, Antoine Carpentier, Amélie Grassi, and Allan Roberts, and BELGIUM OCEAN RACING – CURIUM, represented by Jonas Gerckens and his crew. Their journey is marked by challenging legs, including a dramatic stretch from Cape Verde to Reunion Island, where CREDIT MUTUEL faced setbacks but rebounded in subsequent legs to tie the score.
In Recife, excitement filled the atmosphere as participants prepared for the final leg of this exhilarating adventure, reflecting on the toll the race has taken on their bodies and spirits. With one last hurdle before arriving in Lorient, optimism remains high as teams anticipate a warm welcome, especially the new German entrants.
The first arrivals are projected for the week of April 13th, further intensifying the fervour surrounding this thrilling competition.
To follow the race, visit the official tracking site.
Website: www.globe40.com
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