Motorcycle jumping distance World Record holder Robbie Maddison saluted the end of 2008 and the start of 2009 with one of the most ridiculous jumps ever seen.
The 27-year old Australian freestyle motocross rider landed a 37-metre high jump on to the top of the replica Arc de Triomphe outside the Paris Las Vegas Casino on New Year’s Eve.
And not only did he hit the take-off ramp at over 55mph to land the stunt, he also dropped off the arch onto a landing ramp to get back down.
“It’s definitely a milestone in my life to overcome the fear I had,” a thrilled Maddison said.
“That was definitely the most dangerous jump in my life.”
“I just cheated death again.”
“I’m ready to live another day and am extremely excited to see what 2009 holds for me.
“The risk level of my jumps was extremely high and although I was confident in my abilities and preparation, I knew there could have been major consequences, but that is what pushing the limits is all about.”
One year ago, Maddison established another motorcycle world record in Las Vegas with a leap of 98-metres over the length of a football field, fans are now left salivating over what Maddison’s next chapter of hair raising stunts will hold.
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