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What was the original purpose of the Cheese Rolling competition in the 1800s?
What was the original purpose of the Cheese Rolling competition in the 1800s?
How many races were held for men during this year's competition?
How many races were held for men during this year's competition?
What event led to the cancellation of the Cheese Rolling competition in 2009?
What event led to the cancellation of the Cheese Rolling competition in 2009?
In which year did the Cheese Rolling competition gain significant attention with 15,000 attendees?
In which year did the Cheese Rolling competition gain significant attention with 15,000 attendees?
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What weight does the rolling wheel of cheese used in the competition approximately have?
What weight does the rolling wheel of cheese used in the competition approximately have?
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What speed can participants reach when racing after the cheese?
What speed can participants reach when racing after the cheese?
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Which competitor won their second title in the women's downhill race?
Which competitor won their second title in the women's downhill race?
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How many titles has Leilani Ryder won in the women's uphill race?
How many titles has Leilani Ryder won in the women's uphill race?
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What did Abby Lampe suggest is key to winning the cheese rolling race?
What did Abby Lampe suggest is key to winning the cheese rolling race?
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Which rugby team helps racers who lose control during the race?
Which rugby team helps racers who lose control during the race?
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Study Notes
Cheese Rolling Competition
- The cheese rolling competition takes place annually on the last Monday of May in Gloucestershire, England
- Thousands of people gather for the event
- The competition involves participants running or rolling a 3.6-kg cheese down a steep hill
- The competition has been a tradition since the 1800s, and it remained a well-kept secret until 2009, when approximately 15,000 people attended
- In 2009, there were concerns amongst local authorities about injuries that led to the organizers canceling the race
- This year's competition took place on May 27, 2024 and featured four downhill races: three for men, one for women, and two for kids.
- Each race was limited to 25 competitors
- Races begin with the release of a cheese from the top of the hill
- Participants can reach speeds of up to 70 mph (112 km/h).
- The women's downhill race winners included first-time competitors, Tom Kopke, from Germany and Dylan Twist from Australia; while Abby Lampe, who took home her 5th downhill victory, claimed her second victory in the women's race.
- Abby Lampe, the winner, said that the victory is temporary.
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Description
Discover the thrilling world of the Cheese Rolling Competition, an annual event held in Gloucestershire, England. Participants race down a steep hill chasing a 3.6-kg cheese, a tradition that dates back to the 1800s. Learn about the latest races in 2024, including winners and challenges faced by the event.
