An Idaho man named David Rush has broken the Guinness World Record for the longest duration of balancing an umbrella on one finger. Rush’s time of 3 hours, 46 minutes, and 16 seconds bested the previous record of 3 hours, 31 minutes, and 43 seconds.
Rush said that some of the biggest challenges he faced during his attempt were overcoming fatigue and the monotony of standing and sitting still for so long. He also said that he had to be very careful not to drop the umbrella, as even a slight breeze could have knocked it off his finger.
Rush’s attempt was held at the Idaho State Fair in Boise. He was supported by a team of volunteers who helped to keep him hydrated and motivated.
Rush is no stranger to breaking Guinness World Records. He has over 250 records to his name, including the most consecutive Rubik’s Cube solves blindfolded and the most consecutive times balancing a stack of books on his head.
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I think that holding an umbrella on one finger for more than 3 hours is extremely difficult something which requires a lot of effort and patience. I think Mr. David Rush is a very competitive and hardworking person. Competitive spirits are always good, which leads them to amazing roads leading to wonderful destinations. Well I can also say that I am One of them right now. Hope for best.
I think that holding an umbrella on one finger for more than 3 hours is extremely difficult something which requires a lot of effort and patience. I think Mr. David Rush is a very competitive and hardworking person. Competitive spirits are always good, which leads them to amazing roads leading to wonderful destinations. Well I can also say that I am One of them right now. Hope for best.
ONE FINGER FOR THREE HOUR 🥳