Some sports are intense, some are quirky, and some are downright bizarre. Around the world, people compete in competitions you’ve probably never heard of, from chasing cheese down a hill to climbing greased palm trees. These unusual contests may seem strange, but they show just how creative, daring, and fun humans can be when it comes to competition.
#1: Rock-Paper-Scissors Championship
The World Rock-Paper-Scissors Society holds international tournaments where players compete in this simple hand game for cash prizes and glory. Strategies, mind games, and even psychology play a part, making it surprisingly serious. What seems like a playground pastime has become an organized event with rankings, sponsors, and plenty of dramatic moments when the final hands are revealed.
