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You Can Take Her Anywhere

Estonians Anna Zilberberg and her husband Meelis Tammre won the world wife-carrying title last Saturday, defeating thirty-five other couples at an event attended by thousands. Competiting to win her weight in beer, Zelberberg rode upside-down on Tammre's back over a challenging 254 meter steeplechase with his head gripped between her thighs. "Estonians win because they have thin and beautiful women," she said.

The Moscow Times had this photo, taken by Tommi Korpihalla of Reuters. Tammre and Zilberberg are on the left. And here's some more info on the event itself.

Steve found this on The Rat and sent it along. Thanks, Steve!

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