The Water Speed Record is absolutely outrageous. The current record was set by Ken Warby in 1978, with a speed of 317 mph. This record has stood for over 45 years for one simple reason - it's insanely dangerous.
Since the late 19th century, people have been pushing the limits of speed on water, but as the speeds increased, so did the risks. Five out of the seven men who have attempted to break this record since 1940 have lost their lives because of it - making it one of the deadliest records in the world.
Since the late 19th century, people have been pushing the limits of speed on water, but as the speeds increased, so did the risks. Five out of the seven men who have attempted to break this record since 1940 have lost their lives because of it - making it one of the deadliest records in the world.
