These Australians Set a World Record With a 180-Meter Shot off a Dam

Done in just three attempts.

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The highly-coveted world record for the longest basketball shot has been fought over this past year, but Australian YouTube sensations How Ridiculous have reclaimed their title, beating American rivals Dude Perfect Crew‘s 162-meter (531 feet) shot from atop a skyscraper. The Perth-based group travelled to Mauvoisin Dam in Switzerland and nailed a perfect 180-meter (590 feet) shot in just three attempts. Just check out the way that ball curves in its final feet. Steph Curry, start taking some notes.

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