Rob Douglas (USA) breaks the world speed sailing record with a run of 49.84 knots (92.3kph) - speed still to be ratified by WSSRC - at the Luderitz Speed Challange in Lüderitz, Namibia on 19 Sept 2008. Equipment: Cabrinha kites, Amundsen boards, Curtis fins, Dakine. Sponsors: The Black Dog, Lynch Associates