Highest number of jumps performed on the Mini-Trampoline
Gym Club Montalieu was born in 1991, created by Jean-Yves MANDRILLON, doctor from Montalieu with a handful of volunteers.Following the values of the French Sports and Cultural Federation (FSCF) which are Openness, Respect, Autonomy, Solidarity, and Responsibility, the philosophy of Gym Club Montalieu, affiliated with this Federation, is to allow access to the greatest number and welcome the most disadvantaged groups. In 2017, under the presidency of Jacques BOURSE, the Gym Club Montalieu organized the National Women’s Gymnastics Team Championship F2/F3, bringing together more than 3,000 gymnasts from all over France in one day. Every year, Gym Club Montalieu gymnasts support noble causes, such as breast cancer or Telethon. Thus, in October, they organized a Walk and Run, whose registration fees were entirely donated to “Courier pour Elles”, an Association that fights against Female Cancer and in particular Breast Cancer, and they also participate in the Telethon in the municipalities…
Longest Distance Traveled in MTB, Per 24 Hours
Athlete Tiago Ferreira, nine times National Champion, two times European Champion and once World Champion, already holder of a World Record, carried out on June 19th, another World Record event with the Official World Record, managing to run a staggering 581 .20 km, average of 29 km/h and with an altitude of 5,692 meters, during 24 hours. The adventure began at 07:00 in the morning in Oliveira de Azeméis, cycling along different trails, the vast majority of which were on dirt, experiencing a lot of rain, cold and sun throughout the day and night, always accompanied by a large support team . From a navigator, a medical element, another athlete who accompanied Tiago on some part of the trails, the Red Bull team and even his coach. They were super important in the support and supplies that he received throughout this feat that he just achieved by arriving in time…
Ludovic CHORGNON, France : Extraordinary 4 world records as Triumph of Human Spirit in Extreme Sports
Ludovic CHORGNON, from France, has done some incredible things in sports. He’s broken records in extreme challenges, proving what humans can do when they push themselves. He has left an indelible mark in the world of extreme sports with his extraordinary achievements. His recent exploits, officially recognized by Official World Record Europe, stand as a testament to the incredible power of human determination and resilience. But Chorgnon’s quest for pushing boundaries doesn’t end there. He set another record with the Highest Average Altitude Marathon by an Individual. Running at altitudes ranging from 4577m to 4586m is no easy feat. The lack of oxygen and harsh weather conditions make every step a battle. Yet, Chorgnon conquered each mile with sheer determination, proving that the human spirit knows no bounds. In the realm of aquatic sports, Chorgnon’s achievements are equally awe-inspiring. He set a record for the Highest Natation over 1km ever…
Most marathons run in different countries in one year
Wojciech Machnik, marathon runner, adventurer and traveler from Katowice, Poland. A man who can’t stand still and is constantly on the lookout for new challenges and inspiration. For him running is predominantly an adventure. It is also a challenge. The result is of secondary nature. His motto reads ‘you should do what you are keen on and what you enjoy’. As a result of his passion for traveling and running, he created a lifestyle project called 249challenge.com . “Basically I do what I love. That makes me feel great.” Wojciech says. His lifetime goal is to run a marathon in every country in the world including all overseas territories according to the ISO 3166 Standard. His World Record quest kicked off with a bang. Thanks to the intense travel and running schedule – between the 9th of December 2018 and the 7h of December 2019 I have completed 66 official…
Youngest person for most pogo stick jumps in a single try.
Dylan Thomas Ludlow, a spirited youngster hailing from Ludlow, USA, has etched his name into the annals of athletic achievement by securing the title for the youngest person to achieve the most pogo stick jumps in a single try. Born in March 2013, this energetic dynamo recently captivated the world with his extraordinary feat: a staggering 4,037 jumps in a single attempt, setting a new Official World Record in the under 10-year-old category. The journey towards breaking the record was undoubtedly a challenging one for young Dylan, requiring not only physical prowess but also unwavering determination and resilience. Pogo stick jumping is no easy feat, demanding a delicate balance of coordination, strength, and endurance. Yet, armed with boundless enthusiasm and a tenacious spirit, Dylan took on the challenge and emerged victorious. The achievement is a testament to Dylan’s dedication and passion for mastering the art of pogo stick jumping. Such…
Youngest Person to Climb Mount Kilimanjaro Twice with the Fastest Ascent,
Pasupuleti Naga Satish, a resilient and ambitious young adventurer from India, has etched his name in the annals of mountaineering history by securing a coveted world record. At the tender age of 19 years, 1 month, and 24 days, Satish has achieved the remarkable feat of being the youngest person to conquer Mount Kilimanjaro twice in a span of merely two days and eight hours. His unparalleled determination and physical prowess are further exemplified by his accomplishment of the fastest ascent of the formidable peak, completing the climb in a mere 8 hours and 50 minutes. Mount Kilimanjaro, the highest peak in Africa, stands as a formidable challenge for even the most seasoned climbers. Its majestic summit, rising 19,341 feet above sea level, demands not only physical endurance but also mental fortitude. Satish, with his unwavering spirit and unyielding determination, has not only conquered this formidable peak but has done so in…
‘Fastest Home Garden #Ironman A midst COVID-19’
Philippe Richet’s extraordinary achievement in the midst of the COVID-19 confinement stands as a testament to human resilience and determination. When the world faced unprecedented challenges and restrictions due to the pandemic, he decided to turn his own home into a battleground for a grueling Ironman triathlon, thus setting a new Official World Record in the category of the “Fastest Home Garden Ironman.” On that remarkable day of May 7th, 2020, Philippe Richet took on the seemingly insurmountable challenge with an unwavering spirit. With a passion for sports and a desire to push his limits, he transformed his humble abode into a training ground, setting up an 8-meter swimming pool, a stationary training bike, and mapping out a marathon route around his house. This decision was not only a physical test but also a statement of defiance against the constraints imposed by the pandemic. The first leg of the Ironman…
The world record for crossing the English Channel on a paddleboard!
Mission accomplished for Pierre Delacoux. The Sablais (Vendée) crossed the English Channel on a paddle and exploded the counters by beating the world record. It was only a few days before the start, on May 14, that the young resident of Sables-d’Olonne decided to try to go below the eight-hour mark, the threshold of the previous record. Suffice to say that all expectations were exceeded and the efforts made during a year of preparation were rewarded. “I benefited from exceptional weather conditions,” admits the young athlete. « A sea of oil, of the sun. We would have thought we were in the Mediterranean! I had never considered such a scenario. In my dreams, it wasn’t going so well. » Contingencies And yet, until the start of the event, there was no indication of such an alignment of the planets. When Pierre and his team pick up the boat in Belgium that…
THE MOST IRONMAN RACES COMPLETED IN ONE YEAR
Ludovic CHORGNON broke the world record for XXL triathlons (IRONMAN format: 3.8km swim, 180km bike and 42.2km run) completed in less than a year, with 44 IRONMAN format triathlons completed in 2015. In 2015, he set the World Record for IRONMAN format triathlons chained with 41 IRONMAN in 41 days (July 1st to August 10th 2015), as well as the IRONMAN format triathlons: – IRON-MEDOC (France – 2015 May) – IRONMAN de Merlbourne (Australia – 2015 March) – Double IRONMAN Brutal Extrem Triathlon (Wales – 2014 September)
THE MOST IRONMAN RACES COMPLETED ON CONSECUTIVE DAYS
Ludovic CHORGNON broke the World Record for XXL triathlons (IRONMAN format: 3.8km swim, 180km bike and 42.2km run) chained, with 41 IRONMAN format triathlons in 41 days, under the daily supervision of a triathlon referee delegated by the French Triathlon Federation. For this he swam 3.8km daily in the municipal swimming pool of Vendôme (152 lengths of 25m), he rode 180km making 6 loops of 30km between Vendôme and Renay and he ran 42.2km making 7 loops of 6.05km in the city of Vendôme (France). The challenge took place from 1 July to 10 August 2015, with a night departure at 6.30am. No luck, a heat wave hit France at that time, the first triathlons took place in more than 40°C and all the triathlons were carried out in 30 to 35°C and a lot of wind, making the challenge even more difficult. The triathlon took place with the same rules as those of the ITU (no assistance, no drafting, no mechanical assistance, etc.) and was entered in the national calendar and approved by the Fédération Française de Triathlon. The public could follow the athlete on all or part of each event by always staying behind and giving him no assistance. Thousands of people followed him in these 41 days, when he ended each IRONMAN with a dance he had invented on the «Tu es fou» music of Magic System. His average time on the 41 IRONMAN was 13.01m for a time he estimated before the challenge at 13.00 and which allowed him to wait for the public to share as much time as possible with the public. On the last day, there were more than 8,000 people to celebrate his arrival Ludovic CHORGNON achieved this world record above all to make people talk about his city, Vendôme, and his department, the Loir and Cher.
THE MOST POSITIVE ALTITUDE GAIN ON IRONMAN FORMAT TRIATHLON EVER DONE
Ludovic Chorgnon broke the world record of positive altitude gain on an XXL triathlon (IRONMAN format: 3.8km swim, 180km bike and 42.2km run) with 10.534m positive altitude gain on the 226km of the event, under the control of an international triathlon referee (Thomas MANTELLI, who officiates at the Triathlon World Cup races and was national refereeing for the French Triathlon Federation). For this World Record he swam 3.8km in the Lake of Morillon, he rode 180km by climbing 8 times the mythical Col de Joux Plane from Samoëns in France and ran 42.2km on the ski slopes of the resort of Morillon. The Col de Joux Plane is one of the steepest in France and has seen the Tour de France several times. The event took place on 29 August 2020, with a night start at 3am. No luck, this summer day where it is normally very beautiful and hot, he had to fight in addition with the rain on all the event, but also the fog and the cold (9°C). Triathlon took place with the same rules as those of the ITU (no assistance, no drafting, no mechanical assistance, etc.) and was entered in the national calendar and approved by the Fédération Française de Triathlon. Ludovic Chorgnon completed this incredible challenge in 24h 19m 44s. He’s engaged on a series he called IRONXTREM, of 4 IRONMAN format triathlons in the most extreme conditions. This one was called IRON-UP.
HOTTEST IRONMAN FORMAT TRIATHLON EVER DONE
Ludovic CHORGNON did the first XXL triathlon (IRONMAN format: 3.8km swim, 180km bike and 42.2km run) in history in the Death Valley in the United States and did the XXL triathlon (IRONMAN format) the hottest everdone with an average temperature of 44.8°C and a maximum temperature during the event of 56°C (during 1h45 !), under the control of an international triathlon referee (Thomas MANTELLI, who officiates at the Triathlon World Cup races and was national refereeing for the French Triathlon Federation). For this he swam 3.8km in the pool of the Ranch Hotel in Furnace Creek by doing 156 lengths of a pool measured at 24.4m precisely, he then drove 180km between Furnace Creek, Badwater and the road that leads to Parhump, representing 2396m of positive altitude, then he raced 42.2km, making loops between the 2 hotels of Furnace Creek, in more than 40°C at night, with 762m of positive altitude difference on the marathon, so 3158m of positive altitude difference over 226km of the event ! Under medical supervision during the race, he had to stop regularly to drop his body temperature with ice on his head and arteries, his body temperature rising to 42.4°C! The event took place on 12 July 2022, with a night start at 4am. The triathlon took place with the same rules as those of the ITU (no assistance, no drafting, no mechanical assistance, etc.), with the exception of the use of frequent medical checks and the use of ice to reduce the athlete’s body temperature. Ludovic CHORGNON completed this incredible challenge in 26h57m17s. He’s engaged in a series he called IRONXTREM, of 4 IRONMAN format triathlons in the most extreme conditions. This one was called IRON-HOT.
Longest handball event
On July 22-23, 2022, the longest handball match in history took place. There were 30 intense hours of uninterrupted play with entertainment, competitiveness and lots of fun, but the months of preparations coordinating strategies and logistics were not less intense. The success of this event has been thanked to the dedication and tenacity of this competent team of handball lovers led by Mr. Tibor Turai. The event took place in the city of Tatabánya (Hungary), and the Árpád Gimnázium was the venue where the match was held and the hundreds of fans who ended up passing by during the 30 hours. Although it is not the most important thing, some figures will make us more aware of the logistics of an event of its magnitude. 40 teams ended up participating with a total of 535 players, these teams were integrated into 2 teams that scored a total of 1,729 goals…
FIRST IRONMAN EVER MADE ON THE ARCTIC POLAR CIRCLE
IRON-COLD is all about setting the recordIRONMAN or XXL distance triathlon(i.e. 3.8km of swimming, 180km of cycling and42.195km of running)THE COLDEST EVER!! It is also the FIRST EVER MADEON THE ARCTIC POLAR CIRCLE It takes place on the Arctic Circle, andwill take place on February 25, 2022. It takes place under the control of a refereeinternational to validate the realizationand compliance with the rules.
The highest temperature for a plogging
Philippe Richet (France) is the person who has done a “plogging” ultra-endurance event reaching the highest temperature “(42°). Philippe is also the holder of an Official World Record as the person who has got the longer distance on a “plogging”. This practice consists of adding garbage collection, mostly plastics, to the practice of running.This activity originated in Sweden in 2016 and has not stopped growing since then. Philippe Richet has contributed significantly to the popularity of this modality in his native France by introducing the competition and role models for future generations increasingly involved in environmental issues. This event that finally obtained 2 Official World Record took place on June 18, 2022 in a wave of stifling heat which reached all of France but especially the Landes region, (in the southwestern part of the country). The initial objective of the event was to cover the greatest di possible stay and…
The longest distance for a plogging
Philippe Richet (France) set the record for traveling the longest distance practicing the innovative practice of “plogging”. Plogging is an activity that combines running while collecting abandoned garbage. This activity, which is a sports and environmental compendium, borned in Sweden in 2016, hence the etymology of the words ” plocka upp “and it is attributed to Erik Ahlström who defined it as: “A rubbish way to get fit”. It quickly began to expand and in 2018 events were held in India, Cuba, Canada and Belgium. What began as a Scandinavian lifestyle has grown exponentially and the simplicity of its practice added to the great environmental commitment of its practitioners make it unstoppable. Philippe Richet started the race that crossed the Landes region in his native France on June 18, 2022. He covered just over 81 kilometers in 11 hours 26 minutes and 43 seconds and finally accumulated 50.2 kilograms of…
Fastest D+1000 m never cycled
On June 25, Italian cycling led by Cristian Nardecchia once again wrote one of its golden pages when he conquered the top of the mythical Passo de Giau (2,236m) in 32 minutes and 46 seconds, the fastest in history and Cristian Nardecchia is already part of the illustrious of this mythical step. They are part of this cast from Eddy Merckx to Egan Bernal who is the one who until now had the best mark and who won the Giro 2021, Maglia Rossa. This ascent Cristian Nardecchia and his tireless companion as a staff-coach, Alberto Spagnoli have played a cunning carom achieving 2 records in the same event. The most devastating D+1000 (elevation gain) in history has also been achieved. On Saturday June 25 (2022) at 10 in the morning Cristian began pedaling towards the majestic summit of this beautiful port of the Dolomites from the Cortina d’Ampezzo slope with…
Greatest Distance swimming for a week, in a pool of 50 m (men)
Joel Matos Ortiz, the Puerto Rican ultra-swimmer, completed 203,200 meters (126 miles), during seven (7) days, from February 20th -26th 2022, in a 50-meter freshwater pool. The record was certified by the Official World Record company (OWR). Matos completed this challenge in the Caparra Country Club pool in Guaynabo PR, as part of the Special Olympics Puerto Rico (SOPR) event, Strokes for the Inclusion (“Brazadas por la Inclusión”). Matos swam around 29,000 meters daily, on an average of ten and a half (10.5) hours per day, for a total of 73 hours, 32 minutes, and 11 seconds. Matos expressed this has been one of the most complicated records he’s achieved, given the number of consecutive days and the distance he had to swim each day. The ultra-swimmer also explained that “the strategy to complete this challenge without injuries was extremely important.The proper use of the recovery and resting time, before…