Beer Mile World Classic coming to Windsor [Video]

The beer mile has long been an underground event but over the past decade, it’s gained prominence as a mainstream event, complete with a world championship.

And this year, it’s coming to Windsor, Ont. where the current world record holder, Windsor’s own Corey Bellemore will try to break his world best time on home turf.

“I’d love to fill the stands at the university stadium and just put on a show,” said Bellemore, who is the ambassador for the event. He successfully pushed race organizers to bring the event to Windsor, and the University of Windsor Athletic Club will host the races.

The event will be held at the University of Windsor’s Alumni Stadium on Aug. 17, 2024. Tickets are now available online.

WHAT IS THE BEER MILE?

The beer mile is four laps of a track, or one mile combined, drinking a beer before you start each lap, for a total of four beers.

“It’s a meet like no …