Stranger Than Fiction: The Wildest Sports on Earth

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Woolsack Races

Stranger Than Fiction: The Wildest Sports on Earth

Woolsack Races are a traditional and quirky sporting event where participants race each other while carrying a sack filled with wool on their backs. Originating in England, this unique competition combines athleticism with a nod to the region’s historical ties to the wool trade, creating a lighthearted and entertaining spectacle.