THE TELEGRAPH — Daredevil Nik Wallenda has successfully crossed a gorge near the Grand Canyon on a high wire, becoming the first person to attempt and complete the walk 1500 ft above the Little Colorado River.
A misstep would have meant death for Wallenda, who walked without a safety harness or safety net below him. He carried only a pole for balance and took 22 minutes to walk from one side of the canyon to the other.
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Despite strong winds and dust blowing into his eyes, Wallenda safely made it across the wire.
A microphone attached to his clothing captured his prayers as he slowly advanced along the wire, which measures just two inches across.
Read more at The Telegraph.
