Roger Klüh is a former professional ice hockey player from Düsseldorf and a passionate speedboat racer aiming to set a new world record with his powerboat Apache Star.

What is the goal of Roger Klüh’s project?

Klüh plans to break the world speedboat record by crossing from Key West, Florida, to Havana, Cuba, at speeds of up to 220 km/h.

Why is this record attempt significant?

The trip symbolizes not only a sporting milestone but also a gesture of unity — strengthening ties between the USA and Cuba during a period of political thaw.

Why was the initial attempt delayed?

Klüh had already planned the crossing in 2014, but strained political relations between the USA and Cuba made it impossible at the time.

What made the record attempt possible now?

Improved diplomatic relations between the USA and Cuba allowed new legal approvals, supported by a team of experts in U.S. and Cuban law.

Who supports Roger Klüh in this venture?

He is assisted by a renowned law firm, experts in Cuban regulations, and Boot Online editor Andreas Böck, who helps coordinate the project.

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Ex-DEG professional Roger Klüh plans speedboat record

This was announced today by Klüh and his team after the Cuban side has now officially confirmed the crossing and the subsequent sports festival in Havana.

This is made possible by the "thaw" in political relations between the USA and Cuba. Klüh had already planned the crossing in 2014. However, the political tensions between the USA and Cuba put a spoke in his wheel.

Due to the current and historical rapprochement between the USA and Cuba, the framework conditions for the project have now changed abruptly.

With the support of a renowned law firm and experts in Cuban law, Klüh has submitted a new application for approval of the crossing in the USA and is more than confident that it will get the green light.

"The record-breaking trip from Miami to Havana is not only a sporting challenge, but also a gesture that unites people and inspires people in Cuba, the USA and around the world," says Klüh.

"The Apache Star project is an extraordinary, sporty and at the same time adventurous event," says Boot Online editor Andreas Böck, who is supporting Klüh in his venture.

Roger Klüh has set his sights on setting a world record with his legendary and refurbished speedboat "Apache Star" by setting off from Key West and reaching Cuba at top speeds of up to 220 km/h.

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