German ultracycling athlete Daniel Steinhauser is starting a seven-day world record attempt on a road bike on 25 April 2026. The 34-year-old from Bad Waldsee wants to beat the current 7-day world record of 3,826.47 kilometres. Mathematically, he has to complete 547 kilometres per day. The attempt will take place on several circuits in Upper Swabia and the Allgäu region.