Around the world, fearless contenders step up for bragging rights in contests that test nerve, endurance and sheer absurdity. They roll, crawl and sweat their way through the world’s oddest challenges ...

Across the planet, people have a special talent for turning the simplest things into wild, unforgettable competitions. From rolling cheese down a steep hill to paddling across lakes in pumpkins, these ...

Ireland boss Heimir Hallgrimsson reacts to ‘strange’ World Cup draw: ‘Football was second’ - Ireland would face a group ...

The strange sport remains a curious relic of British eccentricity and small-town endurance. Contest for the funniest faces The World Gurning Championship turns funny faces into serious competition.