Three women's world records established at Lumberjack World Championships
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 20, 2026, 4:21 AM
Last updated Jul 20, 2026
During the annual Lumberjack World Championships held in Hayward, Wisconsin, three new women's world records were set. Karolina Urbanová from the Czech Republic achieved records in the Women's Underhand Chop and Women's Standing Chop, with times of 21.28 seconds and 19.38 seconds respectively. Additionally, Meredith Ingbretson of Hayward set a record in the Women's Boom Run, completing the event in 13.78 seconds. The competition featured 106 participants from 16 states and nine countries, emphasizing the growth of women's events since they began competing in 1960. The event was marked by a unique cultural celebration surrounding lumberjack traditions.
- •Karolina Urbanová sets two world records in lumberjack events.
- •Meredith Ingbretson establishes record in Women's Boom Run.
- •Annual competition features 106 participants from various countries.
- •Event has evolved significantly since women's participation began in 1960.
- •Lumberjack-themed celebration includes local cultural festivities.
- 4:21 AMYahoo Sports — 3 women's world records set at the annual Lumberjack World Championships in Wisconsin
"This year, 66 men and 40 women attended the three-day competition in Hayward that ended Saturday. Karolina Urbanová from the Czech Republic set world records in two events. Meredith Ingbretson of Hayward set a world record in the Women's Boom Run, sprinting across the water and back over eight red cedar logs in 13.78 seconds.
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