Sailing : Credit Mutuel Triumphs in Challenging Globe40 Leg 5 Sail

CREDIT MUTUEL clinches victory in Leg 5 of the GLOBE40, crossing the finish line in Recife at 22:20 UTC. The team completes the grueling 5,898 nautical miles in 25 days and 5 hours, averaging 9.7 knots. This leg, starting from Valparaiso, Chile, was critical after a surprising tie in the previous transpacific leg. Jonas Gerckens and Corentin Douguet’s BELGIUM OCEAN RACING - CURIUM faced significant setbacks early on, including major damage that forced a brief stop in Valdivia. Meanwhile, CREDIT MUTUEL capitalized on favorable weather, extending their lead to nearly 600 miles by the time they rounded Cape Horn. The remaining fleet followed closely behind, but unpredictable weather and windless zones challenged all crews. As the race unfolds, CREDIT MUTUEL stands tall, ready for the final showdown.