In 2009, his bike sank after 20 metres; now, he has set a 40.74-km world record

Chinese entrepreneur Zhang Xue successfully rode a modified motorcycle across 40.74 kilometers of water in 2026. His achievement followed 17 years of failed attempts and extensive modifications to the bike. The record-breaking attempt took place on the Jinjiang River in Mayang, Hunan province, with thousands of spectators. Zhang's journey began at age 22 and involved five months of preparation and…