Don’t Hold Your Breath

“After diving down to 68 meters, he paused and reached 72 meters before turning back. After staying under water for 3 minutes 38 seconds, Mr. Mevoli, 32, pulled off his goggles — and quickly fell into unconsciousness. He died soon after.” In the wake of a tragic end to a free driving record attempt, the NYT takes a deeper look at a growing sport.