Guinness World Records has always been synonymous with extraordinary feats and accomplishments, but some records push the boundaries of what we consider normal. From balancing spoons to breaking toilet seats with one’s head, here are six of the weirdest Guinness World Records that will leave you scratching your head.
6 Weirdest Guinness World Records
1. Most Spoons Balanced on the Body
Abolfazl Saber Mokhtari, an Iranian man, etched his name in the record books by balancing an astonishing 85 spoons on his body on December 24, 2021. Overcoming challenges like slipping spoons due to humidity, Mokhtari showcased his unique talent and surpassed the previous record with ease.
2. Most Toilet Seats Broken by the Head in One Minute
Kevin Shelley, a German martial artist, demonstrated his incredible forehead strength by smashing an astounding 46 wooden toilet seats with his head in just 60 seconds on September 1, 2007. Despite exhaustion from running down the line of seats, Shelley’s determination propelled him to victory, setting a record that remains unmatched.
3. Fastest Bathtub
Hannes Roth from Switzerland engineered a motorized bathtub capable of reaching speeds of up to 118 miles per hour. Roth’s innovative creation, equipped with a 120-horsepower engine, zoomed its way into the record books, proving that even the humble bathtub can achieve remarkable feats.
4. Farthest Distance Squirting Milk From the Eye
Ilker Yilmaz astonished audiences by squirting milk from his eye socket a remarkable distance of 9 feet, 2 inches on September 1, 2004. Yilmaz’s unusual talent catapulted him to fame, surpassing the previous record and earning him a coveted spot in Guinness World Records history.
5. Most Canned Drinks Opened by a Parrot in One Minute
Zac the Macaw, a talented parrot from San Jose, California, wowed spectators by opening 35 cans of soda in just one minute on January 12, 2012. Not content with just one record, Zac also holds the title for most basketballs slam-dunked by a parrot in one minute, showcasing his diverse skill set.
6. Heaviest Onion
Tony Glover from the United Kingdom cultivated an onion weighing a whopping 18 pounds, 11.84 ounces, on September 12, 2014. Glover’s colossal vegetable not only broke records but also highlighted the remarkable achievements possible in local farming competitions.
While these records may seem bizarre, they serve as a testament to human and animal ingenuity, pushing the boundaries of what we thought possible. As Guinness World Records continues to recognize extraordinary feats from around the globe, who knows what weird and wonderful records the future holds?
