Video: The World Wife-Carrying Championship

Watch this video of the 20th World Wife Carrying Championship, held in Finland.

A participant carries his wife in the World Wife-Carrying Championship held in Finland. (Photo: AP screengrab)

The 20th World Wife Carrying Championship held in Finland is a rather odious but fascinating event.

And it woks best for couples which include a well built husband, and a lightweight wife.

Those not so strong, had other ways to stand out.