August 11th 2024.
Australia's talented athletes are once again proving their dominance in the sporting world, even when they're not competing in the Olympic Games. Today, on the stunning Gold Coast, two professional free divers made headlines by completing an incredible feat - walking over 100 metres underwater while holding their breath.
The first diver to attempt this impressive challenge was Amber Bourke, who was met with a supportive crowd as she prepared for her second world record attempt. Speaking to reporters poolside, Bourke shared her motivation for taking on this daunting task. "I came close to breaking the record last year, so I decided to make it official this time," she explained.
Her goal was to walk underwater for a distance of 110 metres, a feat that would require immense skill and determination. As we all know, free diving is not for the faint of heart, but Bourke's hard work and training paid off as she surpassed her goal and set a new world record.
But the excitement didn't stop there. The male attempt for the record was made by Brisbane athlete Chris Ellem, who admitted he only found out about the challenge four weeks ago. Despite the short notice, Ellem was determined to give it his best shot, and he certainly did not disappoint. With a time of three minutes and forty seconds, he smashed the previous world record by an astonishing seven metres.
Such incredible performances deserved to be celebrated, and that's exactly what Bourke had in mind. "I'm definitely going to have a beer to celebrate," she declared, as the crowd cheered and applauded their achievements.
Aside from these amazing world records, there's even more to look forward to in the world of sports. The Olympic Games Paris 2024 are just around the corner, and you won't want to miss a single moment. Thanks to Channel 9 and 9Now, you can watch every event live and free, with the option to enjoy an ad-free and 4K viewing experience on Stan Sport. Get ready to witness the world's best athletes in action, as they strive for glory and write their names in the history books.
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