The atlantic weather system really delivered with strong winds frm the south west this plus big following seas has provided fast sailing on a broad reach over the last 24hrs.
Each watch went for speed with all individuals getting high teen max speeds surfing down the waves. However national honours went to Phillipe for France with 21.2 kts. It’s also his 50th today and a cake has been made to celebrate – the champagne will have to wait until Horta.
The high speed has been maintained for the last 24 hrs with around a 10kt average speed.
Latest positions show that we are neck and neck with Diana on distance to go. We hope to see her on the water tonight or tomorrow early – it should be a close finish.
The winds here are still expected to hold good until Horta with – we expect to arrive early on Wednesday morning.
All the team are well and in great spirits and send love to all family and friends
David
HAPPY BIRTHDAY DADY!!!!!!!
mille bisous de toute la famille, et prend bien soin de toi maintenant que tu as franchit le cap de la cinquantaine ^_^
we love you so much!!!!!!!
Fantastic! Isis.
That is one hellava pace. We check on you morning noon and night. Good luck to all , love to you Iain.
David & Mum.