The Space-Out Competition was held in Japan for the first time. transmits project “Snob”, referring to the organizers of the competition. It is stated that more than a hundred people participated in the competition.
According to the conditions of the tournament, participants had to sit or lie almost motionless and do nothing else for an hour and a half. It was also forbidden to laugh or close your eyes; this will result in disqualification.
The winner was determined by heart rate. It should be low but steady throughout the competition. Heart rate was measured every 15 minutes. As a result, three people won who were members of the Kedagoro dance group.
The publication reminds that the Space-Out Competition has been held in South Korea since 2014. The idea came from local artist Woopsiang, who believes the tournament helps combat burnout.
In the United States in July 2023 took place Nathan’s Famous Hot Dog Eating Contest. The tournament is held annually in New York on July 4, US Independence Day. The first such competition took place in 1916, when Irishman Jim Mullen ate 13 sausages in 12 minutes. According to legend, he did this with courage. The competition was not only held during World War II.
According to media reports, the first place winner in each category will be awarded 10 thousand dollars, the second place will be awarded 5 thousand dollars, and the third place will be awarded 2.5 thousand dollars.
formerly American break a recordHe eats 75 hot dogs in 10 minutes.