Canadian Jenga Master Shatters Own World Record with Mind-Bending 1,840-Block Tower
In a stunning display of patience and precision, Canadian block-stacking virtuoso Auldin Maxwell has outdone himself by constructing an extraordinary Jenga tower that defies both gravity and imagination. Performed in Salmon Arm, British Columbia, his latest achievement will be immortalized in the upcoming Guinness World Records 2025 book.
Maxwell’s new record-breaking structure consists of an astonishing 1,840 Jenga blocks balanced precariously on a single vertical block, significantly surpassing his previous record of 1,400 blocks. The architectural marvel stands 43 inches tall, with a perfectly symmetrical footprint measuring 11 inches in both width and depth.
The art of precision
A video documenting Maxwell’s feat, shared by Guinness World Records on Instagram, has captivated audiences worldwide, garnering over 323,000 views. The footage shows Maxwell’s unwavering concentration as he meticulously places each block, even as the towering structure occasionally sways under its own weight.
Public reception
The achievement has sparked widespread admiration across social media platforms, with observers particularly impressed by Maxwell’s extraordinary focus. One viewer noted, “Think how much concentration, hard work, and patience was needed there.” The sentiment was echoed by numerous others who described the feat as “amazing” and “incredible.”
Maxwell’s record-setting performance has not only secured his place in the 2025 Guinness World Records book but has also set a new benchmark for Jenga enthusiasts globally. This achievement represents a remarkable evolution of what began as a simple tabletop game into a showcase of human precision and patience.
The record-breaking stack stands as a testament to the extraordinary possibilities that emerge when skill, determination, and unwavering focus converge—all balanced on a single Jenga block.