Cheetahs rule land, but the real speed kings soar and swim. From diving falcons to ocean racers, discover the animals that outrun expectations and redefine what fastest truly means today.

Speed in the animal kingdom comes in many forms, from powerful land sprints to lightning-fast dives beneath the waves. Whether it's in the air, on land, or through water, each species has evolved in ...

The fastest a human has ever been recorded running was Usain Bolt in the 2009 Olympics. Bolt ran the 100-meter dash in an astonishing 9.58 seconds. This equals 27.78 miles per hour, and the record ...