Three-legged race facts for kids
A three-legged race is a fun and exciting running game. It involves two people who tie one of their legs together. One person's left leg is tied to the other person's right leg. The goal is for these partners to run together and reach the finish line before other teams. It's all about teamwork and coordination!
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What is a Three-Legged Race?
A three-legged race is a popular outdoor activity. It is often played at school sports days, picnics, or parties. The main idea is to move as one unit with your partner. If you don't work together, you might fall over!
How Do You Play?
To play, you need at least two pairs of people. Each pair stands side by side. They use a strap, rope, or scarf to tie their inner legs together. For example, if you are on the right, your left leg is tied to your partner's right leg.
When someone says "Go!", all the pairs try to run to a finish line. The first pair to cross the line wins. It takes practice to learn how to move smoothly together. Many teams start by walking slowly. Then they try to speed up.
Amazing Three-Legged Race Records
People have tried to set amazing records in three-legged races. These records show how far and how fast people can go when they work together.
Longest Distance Run
The longest distance ever run in a three-legged race is truly impressive. Two men, Mark Howlett from England and Rab Lee from Scotland, set this record. They ran 109.8 kilometers (about 68.23 miles) in 24 hours! This happened at the Glenmore 24 Hour Trail Race in Scotland. It took place on September 7-8, 2013.
The Maverick Technique
Mark Howlett and Rab Lee even invented a special way of running. They called it 'The Maverick' technique. In this method, one person leans slightly ahead of the other. This helps them run faster and more efficiently. It shows how strategy can help in a three-legged race.
Most Pairs in a Race
Imagine hundreds of pairs all tied together and trying to run! The world record for the most pairs in a three-legged race is 649. This huge event happened in 2013 on the Isle of Man.
There was an attempt to break this record in 2014 in Canberra, Australia. A rugby team, the Canberra Raiders, helped organize it. However, only 543 pairs competed, so they did not break the record.
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