A TIGHTROPE walker has made historical past as the primary particular person to cross into one other continent on a slackline.
Jaan Roose, 32, crossed the Bosphorus Strait, a pure divide between Europe and Asia.
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The Estonian accomplished the 1,047-metre journey between japanese and western Istanbul in Turkey in 47 minutes.
Throughout Sunday’s stunt he battled in opposition to 13mph winds and 23C warmth.
Roose stated: “Istanbul’s climate and the wind circumstances had been tough, however that’s what makes it thrilling.
“Every efficiency brings its personal set of challenges. It’s about adapting, staying targeted, and trusting in your preparation and ability.
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“I made historical past, so I’m very joyful!”
Roose, a Hollywood stuntman, beforehand crossed the Messina Strait between Sicily and mainland Italy on a slackline.
In 2021, The Solar instructed the story of Makhmud Suanbekov.
The acrobat plunged 24ft throughout his excessive wire act in entrance of a packed viewers in the course of the festive interval within the Siberian metropolis of Tyumen.
The daredevil had balanced his mom Sairakan Suanbekov, 56, on his head for the dangerous efficiency.
However he horrifyingly slipped and crashed to the ground, a lot to the horror of spectators who might be heard screaming in shock.
Suanbekov miraculously managed to drag himself up as others rushed to his help, whereas his terrified mom seemed on in horror.
Unbelievably, the circus stated that the 33-year-old didn’t break any bones throughout his terrifying fall.
His restoration took nearly a 12 months.
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