**Georgia Men Play Single Basketball Game for Record-Breaking 121 Hours**
In an incredible display of endurance and dedication, two friends from Georgia, John Smith and Michael Johnson, have set a new Guinness World Record for playing a single basketball game for an astonishing 121 hours.
The marathon basketball session began on Monday at 8am and ended on Saturday at 5pm, with the duo taking only short breaks to rest, hydrate, and refuel. The game was played at a local community center in Atlanta, with friends and family members cheering them on throughout the ordeal.
According to Smith, 32, and Johnson, 30, the idea to attempt the record was born out of a casual conversation about their shared love of basketball. “We were just joking around, saying we could play for 24 hours straight,” Smith explained. “But then we started thinking, why not try to break the record?”
The two friends spent weeks training and preparing for the challenge, gradually increasing their endurance and stamina. They also assembled a support team to help with logistics, including providing food, water, and medical assistance.
Throughout the 121-hour period, Smith and Johnson played a continuous game of one-on-one basketball, with occasional breaks to rest and rehydrate. They kept track of the time, meticulously logging each minute and hour as they pushed their bodies to the limit.
“We were determined to make it to 100 hours, but once we hit that mark, we just wanted to see how far we could go,” Johnson said. “It was a mental game as much as it was physical. We had to dig deep and find the energy to keep going.”
The record-breaking attempt was verified by a representative from Guinness World Records, who was on hand to monitor the game and ensure that the rules were followed.
Smith and Johnson’s achievement has sparked widespread admiration and awe, with many people taking to social media to congratulate the duo on their incredible feat.
“I’m just proud of us for pushing ourselves to the limit,” Smith said. “It’s not just about the record; it’s about the journey and the experience we shared.”
The two friends plan to celebrate their achievement with a well-deserved rest and a return to their normal lives. As for their next challenge? “We’re not sure yet,” Johnson laughed. “But we’ll definitely be thinking about it.”
**Record-Breaking Stats:**
* Total playing time: 121 hours
* Number of shots made: 2,500+
* Total distance run: 50 miles
* Calories burned: 10,000+
**Guinness World Record Title:** Longest marathon playing basketball (team of two)
