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Nigerian Contortionist Sets Guinness World Record Walking on Hands

Adekunle Owolabi
By Adekunle Owolabi Published July 4, 2024 1 Min Read
Anjola Olupitan, a skilled contortionist and yoga instructor
Anjola Olupitan, a skilled contortionist and yoga instructor
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Ibadan, Nigeria – Anjola Olupitan, a skilled contortionist and yoga instructor, has achieved a remarkable feat by securing the Guinness World Record for the fastest 10-meter hand walk with his legs behind his head.

Olupitan completed the challenging walk in a stunning 12.52 seconds, shattering the previous record of 25.55 seconds set by Bonetics Art (Shaks) in 2023. This impressive time slices a massive 13.03 seconds off the prior mark.

New record: Fastest 10m walking on hands with legs behind the head – 12.52 seconds by Anjola Olupitan 🇳🇬 pic.twitter.com/YpOqlZ9Stf

— Guinness World Records (@GWR) July 4, 2024

The record-breaking attempt took place on February 24, 2024, at the Lekan Salami Stadium’s tennis court in Ibadan. A crowd of enthusiastic supporters cheered Olupitan on as he tackled the extraordinary challenge.

Olupitan’s achievement has garnered widespread admiration and cements his place among the world’s most exceptional contortionists.

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