Readers of The Big Book of Boy Stuff know that there are real competitions for people who are good at making faces. Contorting one's face into a wacky expression is known as "gurning." Gurning contests have been around for centuries. In 1768, a face-making contest in England (with the motto “The Ugliest Grinner Shall Be the Winner”) was won by a man who was later disqualified.
Why? It was found that he'd put vinegar in his mouth to help him make a face. Cheater!
A guy who didn't cheat was the winner of this year's World Gurning Championship: Gordon Blacklock. He entered the 13 times, and he finally got the gold medal for grimacing. Congratulations, Gordon!
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