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Super Gravy Fights

Over 2000 Litres of Sauce Used in World Wrestling Championship

— September 2, 2009 — Lifestyle
If you thought mud wrestling was hot, think again. At the World Gravy Wrestling Championship recently held in Lancashire, competitors attempted to pin each other in a gigantic pool of out-of-date gravy.

More than 1,000 people attended the event and over 2000 litres of Bisto gravy was used. The winner was 30-year-old Joel Hicks, but you can call him by his competing name, “Stone Cold Steve Bisto.”

After being hosed down by the local fire crews, Stone Cold Steve Bisto commented, “It is a bit crazy - it is the third time I have done this event, so to finally win it is fantastic. The final was really tough and it is much more difficult than you think. My technique was really just to grab hold of the guy and hope for the best.”

Carol Lowe, the landlady of the pub at which the championship took place, said, “All the proceeds are going to the East Lancashire Hospice, so it is just a nice day for everyone involved.”

Sure it is, unless you participated in the fights and didn’t win. In that case, you just have a sticky mess to deal with.
Trend Themes
1. Gravy Wrestling - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore the creation of professional gravy wrestling leagues and events that cater to a niche audience.
2. Alternative Competitive Sports - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop and promote unconventional sports competitions like gravy wrestling that offer unique experiences and draw spectators.
3. Charity Fundraising Events - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Organize creative and entertaining fundraising events, such as gravy wrestling championships, to support charitable causes.
Industry Implications
1. Event Management - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Provide specialized event planning and management services for unconventional sports competitions, like gravy wrestling, to capitalize on growing demand.
2. Entertainment - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create and produce TV shows or digital content centered around alternative competitive sports, such as gravy wrestling, to attract audiences seeking unique entertainment experiences.
3. Nonprofit and Charity - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Utilize creative and attention-grabbing fundraising events, such as gravy wrestling championships, to engage donors and generate substantial donations for charitable organizations.
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