Clifton College Year 6 pupil sets Guinness World Record
During half term, Alberto, a pupil in Year 6 at Clifton College set a Guinness World Record for the most digits of Pi recited in just one minute.
Alberto was accompanied by two independent witnesses, including Dr Sean Dewar, a professional mathematician from the University of Bristol and a highly qualified local accountant, to verify his recital.
Also there to oversee his attempt was an incredible team of licensed timekeepers from the Bristol Penguin Olympic Swimming Club, all three timekeepers were experienced swimming officials and referees.
To qualify for the record, Alberto needed to recite 150 digits of Pi in under one minute, after putting on his blindfold and hearing the whistle blow, he managed to recount a staggering 280 digits!
Along with the official witnesses and timekeepers, Alberto was supported by his parents, the Headmaster of the Prep School, Mr Jim Walton, staff members and friends to cheer him on.
The impressive feat was filmed on top of the picturesque Clifton Observatory and open to the public to come and watch, it was then submitted as evidence to the official Guinness World Records adjudicators and it has since been accepted which establishes Alberto as a Guinness World Record holder, at the age of just 10 years old.
Mr Walton, Headmaster of Clifton College Preparatory School said “What started last year as a fun school challenge, where the pupil who could recite the most digits of Pi got to custard pie me live on stage during assembly, has snowballed into a Guinness World Record. Taking on such a challenge at his age, and in front of a considerable audience, demonstrates remarkable bravery and commitment. Alberto’s dedication and determination are truly inspiring to all of us at Clifton College. We couldn’t be prouder of him.”
We are all so impressed by Alberto’s determination, perseverance, courage, and extraordinary memory! Huge congratulations on an outstanding achievement.