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Guinness World Records 2026

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A year of records across people, places and possibility

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A year of records across people, places and possibility

The 2026 edition gathers record-breaking achievements from a broad range of fields, pairing profiles of notable record holders with themed collections of feats. Its chapters range from science and engineering—including modern cities, robotics and space exploration—to human physical extremes, sports and unusual collections. The book also includes profiles of eight people designated as Icons, records for under-16s, and a look at the latest year in sports. Together, these sections present record breaking as a subject spanning individual skill, technological achievement and unexpected curiosities, with examples drawn from around the world.

Good fit for readers who enjoy

  • Readers who enjoy browsing unusual facts and record-setting achievements
  • Sports fans interested in a year-in-review alongside records from other fields
  • Younger readers interested in the under-16 records and Young Achievers section

Themes

Human achievement and physical extremesScience and engineeringSports recordsCuriosities and collectionsYoung achievers

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BE PART OF IT

Discover the incredible achievements and inspiring stories of record breakers from around the world... and how you can become one of them.

With all new content - from high-end hotels to deserted ghost towns and talented pets to global sports superstars - the new edition of Guinness World Records once again shows how record breaking is for everyone, everywhere.

- Find a hidden talent within the Fantastic Feats chapter, including crazy collections, super strength and even pickleball
- Get inspired by 8 new ICONS - who embody the very best of record breaking - from music legend Dolly Parton, blind adventurer Erik Weihenmayer to powerhouse swimmer Katie Ledecky
- Marvel at the possibilities of the cutting-edge tech behind modern cities, robots and space exploration in a dedicated Science & Engineering chapter
- Celebrate the differences of the most incredible Human Beings from height extremes to superlative seniors and awesome anatomy
- Take on the grown-ups with records just for under 16s and the Young Achievers proving age is no barrier in the Kids Zone
- Cheer on American sporting heroes - including Caitlin Clark, Lamar Jackson, Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone and more - as we run through the latest year in Sports

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