Charlie Dalin Shatters Vendée Globe Record with MACIF Santé Prévoyance: A Journey of Triumph and Tenacity

Charlie Dalin Breaks Vendée Globe Record

by Mark Jardine, 14 January 2025

Charlie Dalin on MACIF Santé Prévoyance has done it! He completed the Vendée Globe 2024-25, smashing the old record. He crossed the finish line at 07:24:49 UTC on January 14, taking just 64 days, 19 hours, 22 minutes, and 49 seconds.

The previous record was held by Armel Le Cléac’h, who finished in 74 days, 3 hours, and 36 minutes during the 2016-17 race. Dalin’s new time beat that by an impressive 9 days, 8 hours, 12 minutes, and 57 seconds.

Fans gathered in Les Sables d’Olonne to celebrate this incredible achievement. The scene was magical, with a full moon lighting the path for Dalin’s yacht and a flotilla of boats cheering him on as he approached the finish line. As the sun rose, the golden light painted the sky, creating a perfect backdrop for his victory.

Dalin covered 27,667.91 nautical miles at an average speed of 17.79 knots. His performance proved he was a favorite before the race even began.

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