From the?longest nails?to balancing eggs on one hand and even the biggest piggy bank, it's all in there in the Guinness World Records.?All this makes us wonder about the prize money associated with these world-renowned records. After all, competing and creating these records is no cakewalk.?
No. Surprisingly, the Guinness world record holders don't get paid anything as prize money. Yes, you read that right. Upon creating or breaking a record,?
Confirming the same, the Guinness' official website says this. ¡°As the world's unrivalled authority on record-breaking achievement, our role is to celebrate the world¡¯s best, to inspire ordinary people and to entertain and inform.¡±
¡°For these reasons, we do not pay record-breakers for their achievements or for carrying out a record title attempt. We are also unable to cover any expenses, offer sponsorship or provide equipment for anyone attempting a record.¡±
The website also stated that they are unable to make contributions to individuals, charities or businesses. This is to maintain their unbiased stance as the world's global record-breaking authority and to ensure that they are truly inclusive of all applicants.
So what does the Guinness world record holder get? As per the official website, a Guinness World Record record holder gets an official complimentary record holder certificate stating the details of the record.?
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