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Adam Vinatieri sets Guinness World Record for highest field goal

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Last updated Sep 23, 2026

Adam Vinatieri sets Guinness World Record for highest field goal

Summary

Adam Vinatieri established a Guinness World Records title on September 22 by making a field goal at Jungfraujoch, located 3,454 meters above sea level in the Swiss Alps. The former Patriots kicker, a Pro Football Hall of Famer, is known for crucial kicks during his NFL career, including key moments that helped launch the New England Patriots dynasty. This event coincides with a countdown to New England's upcoming game against the Detroit Lions on November 15 in Munich. Vinatieri's achievement aligns with a year of recognition, following his Hall of Fame induction in August 2026, and he will be honored in October during a home game against the Raiders.

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By the Numbers

•Vinatieri's kick set a record for highest field goal.
•The event took place on September 22 in Switzerland.
•Countdown to Patriots' game in Munich starts with the event.
•Vinatieri honored for his Pro Football Hall of Fame induction this year.
•He will receive the Hall of Fame Ring on October 11.

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4:06 AMYahoo Sports — Patriots Super Bowl Legend Sets Guinness World Record

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Adam Vinatieri made a career out of converting kicks few others would want.More than two decades after one of those kicks helped launch the New England Patriots dynasty, he found another improbable setting to add to his belt.The Pro Football Hall of Famer established a Guinness World Records title on Sept. 22 by making a […] The post Patriots Super Bowl Legend Sets Guinness World Record appeared first on HEAVY.
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