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Unconscious Canadian Woman Emerges Victorious From Chaotic Cheese-Chasing Race Down Treacherous Hill

  • Delaney Irving, a 19-year-old from Canada, won the women's race at England's annual Cheese Rolling event despite losing consciousness after crossing the finish line.
  • The Cheese Rolling event involves hundreds of daredevils chasing a wheel of Double Gloucester cheese down a steep, 200-yard hill, with the winner keeping the cheese.
  • The tradition dates back nearly 200 years and brings spectators from around the world, though the hill's uneven terrain frequently results in injuries.
  • Irving received medical attention following her victory but suggested she'll return to defend her title, though her mother is hesitant about her competing again.
  • In addition to Irving's win, Matt Crolla of Manchester and a man from Washington won the men's races.
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