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A Master Slicer’s Bold Challenge to Make Guinness World Record History

Pata Negra Ham As 2025 draws close, San Fernando, Spain, is abuzz with anticipation. Antonio González, a distinguished jamón slicer from the region, is preparing to attempt a Guinness World Record for the longest continuous ham-slicing marathon. The record stands at 72 hours, 13 minutes, and 8 seconds, achieved by Noé Bonillo Ramos in Paris in 2015. González aims to surpass this feat in an event tentatively scheduled for late November or early December at Plaza del Rey. A Rigorous Training Regimen González's preparation is as meticulous as the art of slicing jamón itself. His training encompasses physical conditioning, nutritional planning, and mental resilience. Physical trainer Roberto Bustillo focuses on strength training and a diet to optimize González's performance. Functional training specialist Jerónimo Reseco addresses the challenges of sleep deprivation, a significant hurdle in such endurance events. Massage therapist Javier García works on maintaining González's p...