CHALLENGING THIS WORLD RECORD

Plan your attempt.

Before you turn on your camera, take some time to think about the world record you are about to set. Will you do it alone, or involve your friends? Do you have all the props you'll need? Have you read the rules?
Film with purpose.

You don't need special equipment or a Hollywood director to document a great record. Focus on telling a great story. Aim to make your video entertaining and concise — rambling intros will scare away viewers. IMPORTANT: If you shoot with your phone, be sure to hold it horizontally.
Upload your video

Our moderation team will quickly process it. If your submission is approved, share it on Facebook, Twitter and beyond. You’re a world record holder!

YOU NEED TO BEAT

05:54.18 min/sec

Rules

- The poem must be an original sestina composed live: six six-line stanzas (36 lines), with no envoi
- End words must follow the traditional sestina rotation (123456, 615243, 364125, 532614, 451362, 246531); minor variants such as plurals are accepted
- The six end words must come from an outside source, such as a Google search, immediately before the attempt; no lines may be prepared in advance
- The timer starts at the first keystroke and stops when the last word of line 36 is typed, and must be visible on screen throughout
- Typing on a phone or a computer is allowed
- Minor typos are allowed if the intended text is clear; a wrong or missing end word disqualifies the attempt
- Must provide one continuous, unedited screen recording

CHALLENGING THIS WORLD RECORD

Plan your attempt.

Film with purpose.

Upload your video

YOU NEED TO BEAT

05:54.18 min/sec

Rules