Telefonica Blue, skippered by Bouwe Bekking, finishes second in leg 2 of the Volvo Ocean Race © Dave Kneale / Volvo Ocean Race

SAILROCKET flies

The British speed sailing craft VESTAS SAILROCKET piloted by Paul Larsen has become the world's fastest sailing ‘boat’ with an average speed over 500 metres of 47.4 knots before going for a quick fly!

Yann Elies on Generali has taken the lead in the Vendée Globe. Mike Golding remains the top Brit just under 90 miles behind the leader while Jonny Malbon has hit a whale.

Ben Ainslie has been nominated for BBC Sports Personality of the Year. Be sure to cast your vote from him on Sunday, 14th December.

Ericsson 4 skippered by Torben Grael has made it two wins out of two, winning leg 2 of the Volvo Ocean Race.

Sarah Ayton has put her wedding dress up for auction in aid of Meningitis UK.

Mark Jardine, Online Editor