Better not participate: 13 of the most strange competitions from around the world

Since ancient times people come up with all kinds of contests and competitions. The goal of some is to identify the strongest in this or that sphere, and others - just have fun and laugh at all. Sometimes, it remains to be surprised at what human imagination is capable of.
This article contains the most strange and fanciful competitions from around the world.

Kings of pig squealing

Every year in Paris there is an agricultural fair where farmers from all over the country have the opportunity to showcase their products and take part in a strange competition. To win this competition, participants should simulate the grunting and squealing of pigs as naturally as possible.

To drink beer standing on the head

Every year in the Czech city of Opava there is a spectacular sports championship called "Wonder Week". One of the disciplines of this champion is drinking beer standing on his head. And this match can not be called safe for life.

Eating nettle

For the second consecutive century, in a small English town of Marshwood, a rather strange championship is held - it is a competition for eating nettles. The essence of this competition is to eat as much nettle in one hour.

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