Archive · 24 Nov 2025
Chinese Man Wins 'Lying Flat' Contest After 33 Hours
A 23-year-old man in China won a contest by lying on a mattress for over 33 hours.
He was the last one to stay on the mattress without sitting up or leaving, even when organizers made it harder by asking him to raise his arms and legs.
He won 3,000 yuan (US $420).
23-year-old Chinese man wins 'lying flat' contest
Contest lasted over 33 hours and 35 minutes
Hundreds participated, only one endured until the end
Winner received 3,000 yuan (US $420)
Contest was a test of endurance and resilience
- Who
- A 23-year-old man
- What
- Won a 'lying flat' contest
- When
- 15 November
- Where
- Baotou, Inner Mongolia, China
- Why
- To test endurance and promote the 'lying flat' mindset
Pro-'Lying Flat'
Anti-'Lying Flat'
Mindset towards work
Pro-'Lying Flat'
Encourages minimal effort and relaxation
Anti-'Lying Flat'
Promotes laziness and lack of ambition
- Contest Duration
- Over 33 hours and 35 minutes
- Number of Participants
- About 240
- Number of Remaining Competitors
- 3
- Prize Money for Winner
- 3,000 yuan (US $420)
- Organizer's Motive
- Promote the 'lying flat' mindset
