00:01Thousands of spectators gathered in scorching temperatures for the annual cheese rolling
00:05races in Gloucestershire, where competitors from around the world chased wheels of double
00:10Gloucester down Coopers Hill. German YouTuber Tom Kupke retained his title for third year
00:16running, beating former champion Chris Anderson at the long-running event. Organisers say the
00:21steep course and dry ground created especially dangerous conditions for competitors this year,
00:27causing several to tumble repeatedly before they finished. Despite ongoing safety concerns,
00:34the unofficial event continues attracting global attention,
00:37drawing visitors, online audiences and competitors back every spring bank holiday.
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