KEY POINTS
- Golden Set two world records: fastest reverse mile and longest reverse jump.
- Broke both previous records, held by an American, by significant margins.
- Received official commendation from provincial leadership.
QUETTA, Pakistan: Pakistan’s stunt performer, Sultan Muhammad Khan Golden, cemented his legacy as a motorsport pioneer on Saturday by spectacularly breaking two world records during a thrilling exhibition in Quetta.
In a stunning display of precision and nerve, Golden set a new global benchmark for the fastest one-mile reverse drive before returning to shatter the record for the longest reverse ramp jump.
The dual achievement, lauded by top provincial officials, captivated a packed arena and underscored Pakistan’s unique presence in the niche world of extreme automotive stunts.
The Drive of a Lifetime: A 57-Second Reverse Mile
The first record attempt saw Golden perform one of motorsport’s most challenging feats: high-speed reverse driving.
With the roar of the engine and the cheers of the crowd echoing around him, he navigated his vehicle in reverse over a full mile in a blistering 57 seconds.
This incredible run demolished the previous record of 1 minute and 15 seconds, set by an American stuntman in 2022.
Organizers and spectators confirmed it as the fastest officially recorded time for a long-distance reverse drive, a testament to Golden’s extraordinary control and skill.
Defying Gravity: The 121-Foot Reverse Jump
Not content with one world record, Golden soon returned to the track for an even more audacious attempt.
Launching his car off a ramp while traveling in reverse, he soared through the air to achieve a landing point 121.72 feet away.
This phenomenal jump broke the previous world record for a long-distance reverse ramp jump, which stood at 89 feet and 3.25 inches.
The successful leap, executed with his signature style, triggered a fresh wave of applause and admiration from the fans, solidifying the event as a historic moment in stunt sports.
Official Recognition and Acclaim
Following his record-breaking performances, Golden received high-level commendation from Balochistan’s leadership.
Both the provincial Chief Minister and Governor personally met with the stuntman to extend their heartfelt congratulations on his unprecedented dual achievement.
Who is Sultan Muhammad Khan Golden?
Sultan Muhammad Khan Golden, a renowned motorcar and motorcycle stuntman from Pishin, Pakistan, is a pioneering figure in the world of stunt jumping.
He is credited with introducing the specialized sport of reverse motorcar jumping and first gained international recognition by setting a world record with a 150-foot reverse jump over 15 cars.
His fame was further cemented in 1987 when he broke the existing world record by jumping 249 feet over 22 cars, surpassing the previous mark of 246 feet held by an American jumper.
Demonstrating enduring skill, Golden recently added two more extraordinary achievements to his legacy.
On December 13, he shattered two world records in a single day: first, by completing a one-mile reverse drive in a mere 57 seconds, and second, by successfully executing a reverse ramp jump covering a distance of 121.72 feet.
