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The Ocean Race Atlantic: DMG MORI Global One takes lead

Overview

The inaugural edition of The Ocean Race Atlantic 2026 has transitioned from extreme weather to a high-speed final sprint toward Lorient, France. After navigating a demanding phase of winds exceeding 30 knots and a violent sea state that made basic tasks “nearly impossible”, the leading teams have entered the final stages of their 3,000-nautical-mile passage from New York.

As of September 9, the conditions have shifted significantly, with the top four boats experiencing flat water and fast reaching conditions. Kojiro Shiraishi’s DMG MORI Global One has overtaken the previous leader, 11th Hour Racing, to hold first place. The Japanese entry is currently reaching speeds near 30 knots, benefiting from a strategic move to the south that provided an optimum wind angle.

United by the Ocean follows in second, with 11th Hour Racing in third. Team Malizia remains in fourth place. While the top competitors are closely grouped, crews are currently prioritizing boat performance over direct tactical maneuvering. Forecasts indicate that lighter winds near the French coast may slow progress and potentially compress the standings further before arrivals, which are expected around Thursday, September 10, 2026.

Entities

The Ocean Race Atlantic · Team Malizia · IMOCA · Lorient · Francesca Clapcich

Timeline

  1. 2 days ago

    [SPORTS] 9 sources
    The Ocean Race Atlantic leaders approach Lorient finish

    The Ocean Race Atlantic leaders, led by DMG MORI Global One, are making a fast final push toward Lorient, France, amid favorable wind conditions and flat water.

  2. 5 days ago

    [SPORTS] 4 sources
    The Ocean Race Atlantic: Francesca Clapcich takes lead amid rough seas

    Francesca Clapcich leads The Ocean Race Atlantic as crews face extreme winds and rough seas during the transatlantic crossing from New York to France.

  3. 7 days ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources
    11th Hour Racing takes lead in The Ocean Race Atlantic

    11th Hour Racing, led by Francesca Clapcich, has moved into first place in The Ocean Race Atlantic after utilizing strong winds and a strategic southern route.

  4. 9 days ago

    [SPORTS] 6 sources
    Team Malizia leads inaugural Ocean Race Atlantic

    Team Malizia and skipper Boris Herrmann lead the inaugural Ocean Race Atlantic in the new Malizia 4, despite early technical issues with a ballast tank hatch and challenging wind shifts.

  5. 10 days ago

    [SPORTS] 4 sources
    The Ocean Race Atlantic fleet departs New York for France

    Six IMOCA crews have departed New York for the inaugural Ocean Race Atlantic, a 3,000-nautical-mile sprint to Lorient, France, scheduled to officially begin on September 2.

  6. 12 days ago

    [SPORTS] 7 sources
    The Ocean Race Atlantic begins transatlantic sprint from New York

    Six IMOCA teams have begun The Ocean Race Atlantic 2026, a 3,000-mile race from New York to Lorient featuring mandatory 50:50 male and female crew compositions.

  7. 16 days ago

    [SPORTS] 6 sources
    The Ocean Race Atlantic to sail from New York to Lorient

    Six IMOCA teams will compete in the first Ocean Race Atlantic, a trans-Atlantic race traveling from New York to Lorient, France, starting September 1.

Sources

alicanteplaza.es · boatingnz.co.nz · boatnews.com · bootmag.be · cantabriadirecta.es · faz.net · giornaledellavela.com · ilnautilus.it · mysailing.com.au · nauticadigital.com · pressmare.it · regatanews.com.br · sailbiz.it · sailingscuttlebutt.com · sailingtoday.co.uk · sailsmagazine.com.au · sailweb.co.uk · saily.it · sapo.pt · seasailsurf.fr · segel-filme.de · segelreporter.com · tipandshaft.com · world-today-journal.com

This summary has been updated 8 times: see revision history