“Ready! Steady! Slow!”
And with those words from the announcer, these snails leap out of the gate (or ribbon) to head for the edge of the 26-inch circle that serves as their race course. Famous names among the competitors include Turbo and Sterling Lettuce. Place your bets and feel the excitement at the Snail Racing Championships!
It’s been four years since the last competition (like the Olympics) and these snails are going for the gold. In only 5 minutes and 8 seconds, Evie the snail was able to sprint 13 inches to victory. She and her trainer, 4-year old Lettie Spragg, brought home a victory cup filled with lettuce.
-via Dave Barry