Comparing the riders' statistics on the official spreadsheet is interesting. Despite Steve's 229 miles today, he has fallen a further 10 miles or so behind Tommy. However, the past 20 days have seen him reduce his mph deficit from -2.58 to -2.23. Of course, the further Steve goes, the less beneficial effect each better-than-average day will have on his overall mph.
In raw mileage terms, Steve has another 50136 miles to do to beat Tommy and 201 days in which to do it. 250 mpd. Piece of piss.