12 Sep 2025

The week that was: 100 metres backwards in heels

From Nine To Noon, 11:45 am on 12 September 2025

Christian Roberto López Rodríguez broke the record for the fastest 100 meters backwards in high heels, which he previously set at 20.05 seconds during an appearance on Spanish TV series La Noche De Los Récords.

Photo: Guinness World Records

Our comedians Te Radar and Donna Brookbanks with a look at the funny stories of the week, including the Spanish man who has broken the world record for the fastest backward 100 meters in heels.

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