Lexus: Served at Speed

Lexus is serving bold stunts this summer with the launch of a showstopping new campaign that blends the thrill of tennis with world-class automotive performance, resulting in not one, but two GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS titles - the longest tennis rally on top of two moving cars of 101 and the fastest speed achieved during a tennis rally on moving cars of 46.67 km/h (29 mph) on the roof of a moving car. In a world-first attempt, Grand Slam doubles champion Jamie Murray and former British No.1 Laura Robson completed a rally of 101 consecutive shots while standing on top of two moving Lexus NX vehicles. Engineered for performance and precision, the Lexus NX became the latest court for the stars to play on. Securely fastened to the cars using bespoke harnesses, the tennis stars were driven down the runway of Duxford Airfield (Cambridge), reaching a top speed of 29mph. The meticulously planned stunt was brought to life by stunt co-ordinator Marc Cass, whose impressive portfolio includes blockbusters in the Harry Potter, James Bond and Star Wars franchises, alongside The Agency and Top Boy. To make the stunt happen, two robust aluminium platforms were bolted through the vehicles' roof rack fixing points and rigorously load-tested. Additional safety straps were used to secure the platforms, and comprehensive testing and rides by stunt personnel were conducted to a meticulous standard. Professional stunt drivers were behind the wheel of the Lexus NX vehicles as they drove down the runway of Duxford Airfield.