India, Feb. 2 -- A Turkish man has etched his name in the record books by setting a new Guinness World Record for the longest axe throw, reaching an extraordinary distance of 183 feet, 8.72 inches. The 43-year-old Osman Gurcu's throw surpassed the length of an Olympic swimming pool (164 feet) and exceeded the previous record of 143 feet, held by American Jesse Rood. This accomplishment marks Gurcu's eighth Guinness World Records title.

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Osman, a father of two, shared that his pursuit of records has been a constant passion. He frequently checks the Guinness World Records website and social media for new challenges to take on, with the ult...