Corey Bellemore, a Canadian athlete, has won the Beer Mile World Classic for five consecutive years, setting multiple world records in the process. His journey began accidentally, but his dedication and talent have made him a champion in this unique sport.
Corey Bellemore, a 30-year-old Canadian, has achieved an extraordinary level of dominance in the beer mile, a sport that involves drinking four beers while running a mile. He has won the Beer Mile World Classic for five consecutive years, a feat unmatched in the event's history. The rules are simple: drink a beer, run a lap (400m), repeat three times. Vomiting results in an extra lap. Bellemore's success stems from a natural ability to quickly consume liquids, honed since childhood. At the 2023 World Classic in Portugal, he broke his own world record, clocking 4 minutes 27.1 seconds, despite losing a shoe early in the race. His journey started unexpectedly in 2016, when a casual attempt led to an invitation to the World Classic, which he won. While he didn't compete in 2017 and lost in 2018 due to a technicality, he's been undefeated since 2019. Bellemore holds world records for the beer mile using both canned and bottled beer, and even the non-alcoholic version. Despite his achievements, he remains humble and avoids the spotlight, focusing on the athletic aspect of the sport and preparing for a professional triathlon career later this year. He acknowledges concerns about the health implications but emphasizes his infrequent participation and the positive experiences it has brought him.
