However, contrary to what many people believe, entering the Guinness Book of World Records does not have any type of economic compensation.

Therefore, you will not receive a single euro, pound or dollar for breaking a record. However, beyond the money, you do get a great recognition, besides the pride of being the best at something.

The institution's own regulations specify that those who beat an existing record, as well as those who set a new record, are not paid anything.

"As the world's foremost authority on world records, our role is to celebrate the best in the world, to inspire all people, to entertain and to inform," state Guinness World Records.

"For those reasons, we do not pay record breakers for their achievements or for making an official record title attempt. Nor can we cover any expenses, offer sponsorship or provide equipment for the performance of any official record attempt.

"In addition, we do not make contributions to individuals, charities or companies. This is in order to maintain our impartial stance as the world authority on record title registration and to ensure the inclusion of all applicants."