Charlie Dalin emerged as the champion of the tenth edition of the “Vendée Globe,” setting a new record of 64 days, 19 hours, 22 minutes, and 49 seconds. He surpassed the previous record held by Armel Le Cléac’h by a significant margin of 9 days. Le Cléac’h had completed the race in 74 days, 03 hours, 35 minutes, and 46 seconds. This prestigious solo, non-stop, unassisted, around-the-world yacht race witnessed Dalin's remarkable victory.
Charlie Dalin, the Vendée Globe Winner
Born in Le Havre on May 10, 1984, Charlie Dalin pursued his education at the University of Southampton, specializing in Naval Architecture. His sailing career boasts consistent top-three finishes in both solo and crewed races. Despite finishing second in the last edition of Vendée Globe behind Frenchman Yannik Bestaven, Dalin showcased exceptional skill. In the 2020/2021 race, he completed the 45,000 kilometers (24,300 nautical miles) journey around the world in 80 days, 6 hours, 15 minutes, and 47 seconds, setting a speed record for that edition.
Interestingly, Dalin's second-place finish was due to Bestaven being credited with a 10-hour time bonus for participating in a rescue operation during the race. Bestaven assisted Kevin Escoffier, who was in distress about 840 nautical miles southwest of the Cape of Good Hope. This act of sportsmanship altered the final standings, favoring Bestaven.
The captain of IMOCA Macif Santè Prèvoyance was a frontrunner throughout the race, facing stiff competition from compatriots Yoann Richomme and Sébastien Simon. The intense rivalry, especially with Richomme, added excitement to the competition. Dalin even sailed downwind of Richomme's IMOCA Paprec Arkéa around Cape Horn. However, he gradually widened the gap after crossing the equator, sailing confidently through the final stretch of the Atlantic Ocean, securing his victory with ease.
Dalin's triumph over 40 competitors, reduced to 34 due to retirements, marked a significant achievement. Several sailors, including Maxime Sorel, Louis Burton, Szabolcs Weoeres, Pip Hare, Yannick Bestaven, and Eric Bellion, had to withdraw from the race due to technical issues. Yoann Richomme was expected to secure the second position in approximately 12 hours. The sole Italian contender, Giancarlo Pedote from Florence, currently holds the twentieth position, trailing by 4,673 miles from the finish line.
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