Loïc Leferme

Loïc Leferme (28 August 1970 – 11 April 2007) was a renowned free-diver from France. He held the world record in the discipline of No-Limits Apnea, a form of free-diving where the diver descends and ascends with the method of his or her choice.

Early Life

Leferme was born in Grenoble, France. He developed an interest in water sports at a young age, and by his teens, he was already a proficient swimmer and diver.

Career

Leferme began his professional free-diving career in the late 1990s. He quickly gained recognition in the free-diving community for his exceptional skills and daring dives. In 2002, he set a world record in No-Limits Apnea by diving to a depth of 162 meters. He broke his own record in 2004, reaching a depth of 171 meters.

Leferme was known for his calm demeanor and meticulous preparation. He was a strong advocate for safety in free-diving and was instrumental in developing new safety protocols for the sport.

Death

Leferme died in a free-diving accident in Villefranche-sur-Mer, France, on 11 April 2007. He was practicing for an attempt to reclaim his world record when he experienced difficulties during his ascent. Despite immediate rescue efforts, he could not be revived.

Legacy

Leferme's contributions to free-diving continue to be recognized today. His records and his emphasis on safety have had a lasting impact on the sport. He is remembered as one of the greatest free-divers of his time.

See Also

• Free-diving
• No-Limits Apnea
• List of free-diving world record holders