Conversation so far:
What are some world record attempts that Richard Branson has made?
he attempted the fastest Atlantic Ocean crossing.
What is some information about the boat he used?
His first attempt in the "Virgin Atlantic Challenger" led to the boat capsizing in British waters and a rescue by RAF helicopter, which received wide media coverage.

Question: Are there any other notable record attempts that Branson made?
Self-contained rewrite: Are there any other notable world record attempts, other than fastest Atlantic Ocean crossing, that Richard Branson has made?