Audrey Mestre
Audrey Mestre (August 11, 1974 – October 12, 2002) was a French free-diver who broke several world records in the sport. She was born in Saint-Denis, Réunion, and grew up in France.
Early Life and Education[edit | edit source]
Audrey Mestre was born in Saint-Denis, Réunion, a French overseas department. She developed an interest in the ocean and water sports at an early age. Mestre moved to France with her family, where she pursued her education and became involved in scuba diving and free-diving.
Career in Free-Diving[edit | edit source]
Mestre began her career in free-diving in the 1990s. She quickly excelled in the sport, setting several world records. Her passion for free-diving led her to meet her future husband, Francisco "Pipín" Ferreras, a renowned free-diver himself. Together, they formed a formidable team in the world of free-diving.
World Records[edit | edit source]
Audrey Mestre set multiple world records in free-diving, including a notable dive to a depth of 130 meters (427 feet) in a single breath. Her achievements brought her international recognition and admiration within the free-diving community.
Tragic Death[edit | edit source]
On October 12, 2002, Audrey Mestre attempted to break the world record for the deepest free-dive by a woman, aiming for a depth of 171 meters (561 feet) off the coast of Bayahibe, Dominican Republic. Tragically, during the dive, equipment failure and other factors led to her death. Her passing was a significant loss to the free-diving community and highlighted the risks associated with the sport.
Legacy[edit | edit source]
Audrey Mestre's legacy lives on through her contributions to the sport of free-diving and the inspiration she provided to many aspiring divers. Her life and career were commemorated in the book "The Dive: A Story of Love and Obsession" by her husband, Francisco Ferreras.
See Also[edit | edit source]
References[edit | edit source]
- Ferreras, Francisco. The Dive: A Story of Love and Obsession. HarperCollins, 2004.
- New York Times article on Audrey Mestre's last dive
External Links[edit | edit source]
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