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The aim of the present case report is to compare the performances of the same ultra-cyclist in achieving two world records (WR) in 24 h cycling. We have analyzed and compared the distance covered and speed for each WR. The 24 h period was split into four-time intervals (0\u20136 h; &amp;gt; 6\u201312 h; &amp;gt; 12\u201318 h; &amp;gt; 18\u201324 h), and we compared the differences in the distance covered and speed between the two WRs. For both WRs, a strong negative correlation between distance and speed was confirmed (<jats:italic>r<\/jats:italic> = \u20130.85; <jats:italic>r<\/jats:italic> = \u20130.89, for old and new WR, respectively). Differences in speed (km\/h) were shown between the two WRs, with the most significant differences in 12\u201318 h (\u0394 = 6.50 km\/h). For the covered distance in each block, the most significant differences were observed in the last part of the cycling (\u0394 = 38.54 km). The cyclist effective surface area (ACd) was 0.25 m<jats:sup>2<\/jats:sup> less and 20% more drag in the new WR. Additionally, the mechanical power was 8%, the power to overcome drag was 31%, and the power-weight ratio was 8% higher in the new WR. The mechanical efficiency of the cyclist was 1% higher in the new WR. Finally, the heart rate (HR) presented significant differences for the first 6 h (Old WR: 145.80 \u00b1 5.88 bpm; New WR: 139.45 \u00b1 5.82 bpm) and between the 12 and 18 h time interval (Old WR: 133.19 \u00b1 3.53 bpm; New WR: 137.63 \u00b1 2.80 bpm). 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