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“The more you practice, the better you get, the more freedom you have to create.” This quote by Jocko Willink appears to have been imbibed by the skydiving record breakers recently. A group of skydivers from Marl, Germany, showcased determination and skill to successfully achieve a new record in the sport.  

The extraordinary accomplishment has been the result of sheer hard work and rigorous training. Let’s see how they did it. 

Setting the stage during nighttime

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The skydiving athletes from Marl dedicated themselves to accomplishing a goal that is different from ordinary skydiving feats. Based on the information provided by the Breaking Latest News, the group containing a total of 17 skydivers achieved a new German record in formation jumping during nightfall.

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Although it may appear as an easy task for the athletes showing stunts up in the air, it has been a result of rigorous training and securing success after multiple attempts. The regimen extended all throughout the day, aiming to prepare the divers beforehand for the challenging performance ahead. 

They pursued to create two precise formations during a single jump. However, it was not restricted to this as they progressed to make the whole experience majestic both for themselves and the spectators. Hence, they donned themselves up in special light-up suits equipped with pyrotechnics. With this attempt, they triumphed in escalating their performance, illuminating the night sky.

Marl continues its skydiving legacy

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After the sky went all dark during the night, high above Loemühle airfield the divers boarded the airplane all geared up to leave a mark with their daring adventure. On the ground, 1000 spectators gathered to witness the once-in-a-lifetime moment happening up above the sky. 

Once the parachutists leaped out of the aircraft and started forming the pattern up in the air, the crowd broke up in loud cheers and applause. It was the second time in a row that Marl succeeded in etching its name in the history of skydiving. 

Last year, a group of 16 skydiving athletes had set a German record by creating formations at night before triumphantly landing on the Marl ground. The skydiving team refuses to settle even after accomplishing back-to-back records and is now fixated on their ambitious plan of adding a third figure on their third jump to be scheduled this weekend.  

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The skydivers from Marl stand as a testament to the dedication, commitment, and teamwork behind every adventurous endeavor. This remarkable performance at the backdrop of the night sky, apart from breaking records has illuminated the spirits and hearts of every spectator.

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