World Record Archives

War hero Dinesh Priyantha Herath scripts history for Sri Lanka ‘I just enjoyed the weather out here today as it was like I was training in my backyard’ Source:-paralympic While the rest of the pack wilted under the blazing heat and humidity, Sri Lanka Dinesh Priyantha Herath was in his element, and he was loving it. The 32-year-old javelin thrower came up with his best throw of 67.79m to set a new world record in the men’s F46 category and clinched his country’s maiden gold in Paralympics at the Olympic Stadium on Monday (30 August), when the temperatures reached 33 degrees Celsius with full sunshine. “I was ready for this challenge and was training under the sun for months now. The climate here in Tokyo and Sri Lanka is pretty much the same and I was clearly the zone from the start. I just enjoyed the weather out here today ...

Attempt of Guiness World Record by Sanath Bandara Hi, I am Sanath Bandara – an experienced Ultra Marathon runner – currently living in Brisbane, Australia. I’m challenging myself to support Australian Cancer Council in their mission for a Cancer Free Future. On Sunday 2nd of December, I am going to attempt a Guinness World Record, running 100miles (160km) continuously on treadmill and the all the donations from the well wishers will be donated to this great cause. 1 in 2 Australians will be diagnosed with cancer in their lifetime. Please make a donation to support cancer research and provide vital services for Australians living with cancer. Thank you for your generous donation. Together, we can beat cancer! A Guinness World Record Attempt for “Fastest 100 miles on a treadmill (male)” – Date/Time: Sunday 2nd December 2018 from 7am (approx. 13+hrs) – Place: Stepz Fitness, 441 Algester Road, Parkinson QLD 4115 ...