Valentina Cafolla Breaks World Record in Ice Freediving

Croatian freediver Valentina Cafolla has pushed the boundaries of what’s possible in ice freediving with a world record. On February 23, 2024, she set a new world record in an impressive dive under the ice of Lake Antholz in South Tyrol. With a distance of 140 meters, she surpassed the previous record held by Japan’s Yasuko Ozeki by a remarkable 14 meters The Scuba News DIVE Magazine.

This record attempt was remarkable not only due to the distance. The following day, February 24, Cafolla set another milestone by becoming the first female freediver to set a record with bi-fins. She swam a distance of 80 meters, a premiere in this discipline of ice freediving The Scuba News.

Valentina Cafolla’s regaining of the ice freediving world record, which she had lost to Ozeki just 36 hours prior, demonstrates Cafolla’s extraordinary resilience and athletic prowess. She was supported by SEAC, a diving equipment manufacturer, who provided her with the necessary gear CMAS DiveNewswire.

Valentina Cafolla, known for her dedication and passion for the sport, shared her emotions and gratitude towards her team and supporters on social media. This achievement not only highlights her personal best but also emphasizes the extreme nature and challenges of ice freediving DIVE Magazine.

With this latest success, Cafolla underscores her position as one of the leading figures in the field of freediving. Her achievements inspire a new generation of divers to push the boundaries of what’s possible in the water and explore the fascinating world under the ice.