Slovenia: Red Bull human catapult sets two Guinness World Records

In Slovenia, two BASE jumpers made history by launching from a 360-meter chimney using the world's largest human catapult. Dani Román and Fred Fugen achieved remarkable speeds and heights, setting two Guinness World Records. Román's solo launch reached 180 km/h in 2.15 seconds, ascending 100.36 meters, while their simultaneous launch hit 145 km/h, achieving a combined height of 151.72 meters. The project, developed over two and a half years by DD Squad with support from Red Bull and Prada Linea Rossa, showcased innovative engineering and extreme sports prowess.

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