The BBC finds out what is driving the sports' increasing popularity with women and what it takes to be the best.

British runners in particular have long tried to cross the finish line in less than 4 minutes, records show, sometimes running in the nude or trying to win a bet

Three new women's world records have been set at the Lumberjack World Championships competition held in a small Wisconsin community, full of high-powered sawing, chopping, logrolling, speed climbing and cheers of "Yo-Ho!

Trials rider Tomomi Nishikubo set two new world records at the Hakuba Ski Jump Stadium earlier this year.

From a German tattoo-artist-turned-comic to a 52-hour Lagos set, meet the acts who've chased - and nearly caught - stand-up's biggest records before Shane Gillis blew past them all.

Celebrities are known for their success in music, movies, television, and sports, but some have also earned a place in the record books. From blockbuster achievements and athletic feats to unexpected

Guinness World Records (GWR) has revealed the extraordinary stars featured in the 2026 edition - celebrating some of the most jaw-dropping achievements from around the world. Leading this year’s line-up is painter, Lưu Công Huyền (Vietnam), who has ...

Argentina has equalled Brazil's record with 11 red cards in World Cup history after Enzo Fernández's dismissal during the 2026 final against Spain.