Vitomir Maričić of Croatia set a new world record for the Longest Voluntary Underwater Breath Hold (Male) with an astonishing verified duration of 29 minutes and 3 seconds in Opatija, Croatia in 2025. Undertaken in the presence of AIDA freediving judges, this monumental achievement surpassed the previous record by nearly 5 minutes — a testament to profound focus, unparalleled physical control, and extraordinary mental discipline. Beyond the athletic feat, Vitomir used his platform to bring critical awareness to ocean conservation, championing the cause with every second he spent beneath the surface.