The second leg of The Ocean Race Europe has been nothing short of dramatic, with the seven competing teams experiencing a rollercoaster of conditions. Starting from Portsmouth, the teams enjoyed strong downwind sailing, only to be halted by a sudden windless patch near Ushant, compressing the fleet dramatically.
Key Moments:
- Biotherm showcased exceptional speed, securing maximum points at the Needles scoring gate.
- The fleet's pace exceeded expectations, with speeds over 20 knots as darkness fell.
- A strategic gamble by Paprec Arkéa to navigate inside Ushant backfired, dropping them from first to last.
- Canada Ocean Racing briefly led, marking a significant achievement for Scott Shawyer’s team.
Current Standings: As of the latest update, Team Malizia, Biotherm, and Holcim-PRB are leading, with the entire fleet within an eight-mile radius. The teams are now racing towards Cape Finisterre, with strong northwesterlies expected to propel them towards Porto by Wednesday.
The race continues to be a test of strategy and endurance, with crews pushing their limits to gain any advantage in this tightly contested leg.
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