Wild Oats XI now only 15 nautical miles off SHK ScallywagComanche drops to fourth but still in race for line honoursSydney to Hobart colossus Wild Oats XI is making up ground on her rival supermaxis in a compelling battle for line honours, with the overseas big boats leading the fleet.

The nine-time line honours winner was at one stage on Friday morning languishing in ninth spot, 35 nautical miles off the lead, as she struggled in the light winds the fleet had to contend with overnight.