Category : Extreme Sports


Two climbers dead after fall on Aoraki Mount Cook

Two climbers have died after a fall near the summit of Aoraki Mount Cook, New Zealand's highest peak. Two others were rescued uninjured. Authorities are working to recover the bodies.

Bull Riding Enters Sports Science Era Amid Boom

Rodeo is transforming as bull riding embraces sports science. Discover how modern training methods are revolutionising this traditional sport while preserving its rugged heritage.

Stephanie Gilmore returns to surfing at age 38

Eight-time world champion Stephanie Gilmore announces her return to professional surfing in 2026 after accepting a WSL wildcard. The 38-year-old legend will compete against a new generation.

Trump pardons runner convicted for park shortcut

Donald Trump has pardoned Michelino Sunseri, a trail runner convicted for a brief off-trail detour during his record Grand Teton run. Discover the full story behind the controversial case.

Indoor Skydiving Incident: Two Plummet at iFLY

An emergency investigation is underway at iFLY Indoor Skydiving in Basingstoke after two customers fell from height during a flight session, prompting immediate closure of the facility.

Rollercoaster seatbelt fails during 208ft drop

Shocking footage reveals the moment thrill-seekers experienced pure terror when their safety restraint malfunctioned on one of the UK's most extreme rollercoasters, leaving them clinging for dear life during a 208-foot vertical drop.

Five mountaineers die in Italian Alps avalanche tragedy

A devastating avalanche in the Italian Dolomites has claimed the lives of five mountaineers, with one survivor hospitalised in critical condition. The tragedy occurred during a challenging ascent in the Marmolada range.

Cyclist survives 3 days in ravine drinking red wine

In an astonishing tale of human endurance, a French cyclist survived 72 hours at the bottom of a 130-foot ravine in the French Alps, staying hydrated with nothing but a bag of red wine until rescuers heard his faint cries for help.

Australian climber dies on Nepal's Himlung Himal

A 40-year-old Australian mountaineer has died during a daring ascent of Nepal's 7,126-meter Himlung Himal, marking another sombre chapter in this year's Himalayan climbing season.

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