Spanish skateboarder sets new world speed record: 151.83 km/h

Spanish skateboarder Diego Poncelet has become the world's fastest man on a board. The new record, certified by Guinness World Records, was set in Canada, where Poncelet reached a speed of 151.83 km/h (equivalent to 94.34 miles per hour) downhill.

The feat, announced on October 16, 2026, surpasses all previous speed records for a skateboarder. Poncelet has therefore officially claimed the title of "fastest skateboarder in history."

The news was reported by several agencies and specialized websites, ranking it among the day's oddities and curiosities.

The Guinness World Records have been documenting achievements of all kinds for decades, becoming a global reference for extraordinary, bizarre, or extreme feats. The category of skateboard speed records is relatively niche but fascinating due to its mix of technical skill, courage, and applied physics.

Attempting such a record requires meticulous preparation: a board modified for stability at extremely high speeds, an aerodynamic suit, a full-face helmet, and, above all, a long, steep downhill slope with a perfect surface. The chosen location in Canada likely offers these ideal conditions. Before Poncelet, other athletes had tried to push the limit, but the new milestone of 151 km/h marks a significant leap.

These records, while curiosities, stem from the passion of athletes testing the boundaries of the possible in unconventional disciplines. They may not have the official sporting implications of the Olympics, but they celebrate human ingenuity and the pursuit of extreme performance, often capturing public attention due to their inherent spectacle.