Spanish skateboarder Diego Poncelet, 27 years old, has set a new world record for speed on a skateboard on foot by surpassing 151.83 km/h on a closed section of the Route du Port, in Les Éboulements, Charlevoix, Canada. The athlete, sponsored by Red Bull, recorded the figure in the presence of a Guinness World Records judge, solidifying his name as the fastest skateboarder in the world.
The race to the 150 km/h barrier
Poncelet began the tests with an initial speed of 146.88 km/h, a figure he recorded during his first day. Convinced that he could surpass that limit, he returned five days later when the weather conditions were more favorable, and raised his record to 151.83 km/h. For the athlete, surpassing the 150 km/h barrier represented a challenge that generated uncertainty and, at the same time, became his main objective.
Motivation and personal overcoming
“I never fully admitted that my true objective was to reach 150 km/h; I was afraid it wouldn’t be possible,” explained Poncelet in statements disseminated by Red Bull.
The Spanish athlete revealed that his main motivation was to experience a sensation that no one had ever lived before, convinced that achieving it required surpassing that speed limit. With this record, Poncelet not only inscribed his name in the Guinness World Records, but also established a new world reference in the downhill skateboard on foot modality.
International context and local relevance
The feat was achieved in a Canadian territory, highlighting the importance of preparation and international sponsor support for Dominican and Latin athletes competing in emerging disciplines. The world record in downhill skateboard descent may inspire the local sports community to explore new modalities and seek recognition at the global level.
Future implications
The record opens the door to new research on the biomechanics and technology of skateboards, as well as the possibility of other athletes trying to surpass the figure established by Poncelet. Additionally, the achievement reinforces the image of Red Bull as a sponsor of events and athletes who break barriers.
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