Charlotte’s Fury 325 roller coaster has been named the world’s best steel coaster for the ninth year in a row, earning the prestigious Best Steel Coaster Award from Amusement Today’s Golden Ticket Awards.

Fury 325, which debuted in 2015, towers 325 feet high and reaches speeds of 95 miles per hour. Known for its steep drops, high-speed turns, and smooth ride experience, it continues to set the standard for ‘giga-coaster’ design.

The annual Golden Ticket Awards are decided by a panel of global amusement park experts, who praised the ride’s enduring engineering excellence and popularity among thrill-seekers.

Carowinds officials highlighted the award as a point of pride for the park, which straddles the North Carolina–South Carolina line. The win also adds momentum to Carowinds’ new chapte

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