By: Angelina Tukpe
In recent attempts to break Guinness World Records, individuals from Ghana have faced setbacks as they fell short of meeting the stringent criteria set forth by the renowned organization.
Afua Asantewaa, who was trying to achieve the longest singing marathon, and Chef Failatu Abdul-Razak, who was striving for the longest cooking marathon, both encountered challenges attributed to non-compliance with the mandatory rest break regulations.
Afua Asantewaa’s singing endeavour ended in disappointment as she failed to follow the required guidelines regarding scheduled rest breaks, leading to the disqualification of her record-breaking attempt. Similarly, Chef Failatu’s ambitious cooking marathon came to an abrupt end due to a failure to adhere to the mandated rest break rules, resulting in an official declaration of an unsuccessful record bid. Officials from Guinness World Records have emphasized the importance of upholding their stringent standards in the wake of recent events.
They have highlighted that adhering to rest break timings is a fundamental requirement across all endurance-based record attempts. Despite setbacks faced by both Afua and Chef Failatu, the organization has commended their determination and expressed hope for their future endeavours in the pursuit of record-breaking achievements.
These instances serve as a reminder of the meticulous preparation and adherence to guidelines necessary when striving for recognition on a global scale, urging Ghanaian aspirants to meticulously observe the established rules to enhance their prospects of achieving Guinness World Records.
Source: Adoanews.com