The World Flip Flop Throwing Championship

The results of the 2024 edition !

Results of the Tong Throwing World Championship 2024
We are delighted to announce the results of the Tong Throwing World Championship 2024!

 

Junior category :

1st : Les Fantastongues (Valentin DAUBA and Maël ARTIGUENAVE) with a throw of 13.44 m
2nd: Les Fankymoumoute (Juliette SPANO and Loïs AMBOISE) with a throw of 13.10 m
3rd: Le R.G Lac (Gaspard CHAMPAVER and Raphaël PLICHON) with a throw of 9.20 m

 

Family category:

1st: Les Anageois (Christophe NICOLLE and Robin NICOLLE) with a throw of 5.60 m
2nd: Team 28 (Wilfried GRANDIN and Emilio GRANDIN) with an uncaught throw
3rd: Les Chatons (Alexandra MAZURIER and Alix MAZURIER) with a throw of 3.22 m

Adult category:

1st: Les Claqués au Sol (Grégoire MERCIER and Achille VINCENT) with a throw of 17.18 m
2nd: Les Francis (Yannick ROGER and Nicolas DELPIT) with an uncaught throw
3rd: Les X (Pierre ETHEVE and David ETHEVE) with a throw of 18.38 m

Congratulations to all the participants on their impressive performances! We'd like to thank you for your enthusiasm and sportsmanship, which made this event a real success. See you next year for more throws and even more fun!

How does it work?

This year's teams consist of two members and are divided into several categories:

• Junior: teams of young prodigies, aged between 10 and 15, ready to show off their flip-flop throwing skills.
• Family: teams where one member is aged 15 or over and the other is a younger brother or sister under 15. It's the perfect opportunity for intergenerational bonding!
• Adult: teams of seasoned throwers, all aged 15 or over, determined to prove that experience makes the difference!

The principle is simple but hilarious: the first player has to throw a flip-flop as far as possible with his foot, while his team-mate has to catch it before it hits the ground. In 2015, performances reached new heights, with records of 32.38 m and 39.56 m for the Junior and Senior categories respectively.

Follow the competition on : Instagram and Facebook

Rules and Registration

Wearing flip-flops weighing no more than 225 grams, each team attempts to beat these records in a crazy atmosphere. The show is guaranteed to go on, with laughter, improvised acrobatics and improbable feats. Whether you're a competitor or a spectator, this event promises to be a memorable and colourful day. So grab your flip-flops and come and enjoy an unforgettable experience in Lacanau!

All the details can be found in the competition rules >

The 2024 program - See you on August 11!

10 a.m.: Village opening, number collection, scrutineering and free practice sessions
From 10.45am: Opening of the event and parade of competitors
11am - 1pm: Start of competition, qualifying phase
1pm - 2pm: Lunch break
2pm - 4:30pm: Finals
4:30 pm: Results and prize-giving followed by a concert

The location of the event

The World Tong Throwing Championships take place at Plage du Moutchic, where a full range of facilities welcome participants and spectators alike. Several competition pitches are set aside for the events, surrounded by catering areas where you can enjoy refreshments and nibbles. A central stage enlivens the event with various ceremonies and entertainment, creating a festive atmosphere. Practical facilities such as toilets and a welcome point ensure that visitors can find their way around. What's more, a nearby car park provides easy access to the site, allowing everyone to enjoy this unique event in a spectacular, well-equipped setting.

Refreshment and catering

Refreshment bar and catering area run by AS Lacanau Rugby and Lacanau Océ'Hand.

At the refreshment area* :
1€: coffee
2€ : soft drink
3€: 33cl Canaulaise draught beer + rosé wine
5€: 50cl draught Canaulaise beer
Returnable Ecocup (1€)

*Alcohol abuse is dangerous for your health, consume in moderation.

For catering:
2€ : Tray of chips
3€ : Chipolata or merguez sandwich, croque monsieur, galette saucisse
2€ : Sweet crepe