What is the world’s record for the longest time someone has held their breath underwater? Answer
The world’s record for the longest time someone has held their breath underwater with oxygen pre-breathing was indeed 24 minutes and 37.36 seconds, set by Budimir Šobat (Croatia) on March 27, 2021. This incredible display of human endurance and physiological control pushed the boundaries of what was thought possible in static apnea with oxygen assistance.
However, it’s crucial to note that this record was recently surpassed! As of June 14, 2025, the new Guinness World Record for the longest breath held voluntarily under water using oxygen is 29 minutes and 3 seconds, set by fellow Croatian freediver Vitomir Maričić. This new record significantly extends the previous mark by more than four minutes, once again redefining the limits of human breath-holding capabilities when aided by oxygen pre-breathing.
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