New Delhi, Nov. 23 -- A 23-year-old man in China has become the winner of an unusual "lying-flat competition". He stayed on a mattress for an impressive 33 hours and 35 minutes.

Most participants wore diapers to avoid disqualification. Around 240 people entered. But, 186 quit within the first day. After more than 33 hours, only three contestants remained. The young man who lasted the longest was declared the champion, according to the South China Morning Post.

The event was held at a shopping centre in Baotou, Inner Mongolia. It was organised by a mattress brand to match the popular youth trend of "lying flat". It refers to doing the bare minimum in response to social pressure and a tough job market.

The rules were simple. Contestants ...