Rick Charls

High school (ages 12+)
Sports & Games

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https://smallwhale.org/articles/rick-charls

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1. How tall is Rick Charls?172 feet (52 meters)
2. What is the sport?High Diving
3. What is the nationality?American
4. What is Rick Charls known for?Rick Charls set the world record for the highest dive, leaping from 172 feet into the water.
5. How high is 172 feet compared to buildings?172 feet is about the height of a 17‑story building, taller than the torch of the Statue of Liberty.

High Diving: A competitive sport where athletes perform acrobatic maneuvers from extreme heights, requiring exceptional physical control and courage.
World Record: The highest or best performance ever officially recorded in a specific sport or activity, signifying an unparalleled achievement.
Freefall: The motion of an object falling under the influence of gravity alone, with no significant air resistance.