Holiday World & Splashin' Safari is investing $22 million in a new water roller coaster, 'Cannonball!', set to be the tallest and fastest in the US. Opening in May 2027, the ride features a 75-foot drop and 45 mph speeds, designed by Mack Rides.
Sarvesh Kushare broke the Indian high jump record with 2.31m, and Ancy Sojan set a new women's long jump record with 6.88m, surpassing Anju Bobby George's 22-year mark, at the National Inter-State Athletics Championships in Bhubaneswar.
Police authorities in Paris have requested the cancellation of Sunday's Diamond League track and field meeting and other public events, including a music festival and Pride march, citing a historic heat wave and mounting pressure on emergency services. Organizers hope to stage an adapted event despite the unprecedented conditions.
Jaël Bestué achieved 11.07 seconds in the 100m at the Doha Diamond League, close to Sandra Myers' 35-year-old Spanish record. Asier Martínez was second in the 110m hurdles, and Dani Arce took third in the 3000m steeplechase. Davisleydi Velazco set a world-leading triple jump mark.
