Frederick Richard Breaks Backflip Record, Raises $35K

Frederick 'Flips' Richard, a 21-year-old Olympic bronze medalist from Stoughton, Massachusetts, set a new Guinness World Record by completing over 1,100 backflips in 24 hours, surpassing the previous mark of 1,002. He livestreamed the event as a fundraiser through the Frederick Flips Foundation in partnership with the Dominican Health and Education Initiative. The campaign raised more than $35,000 to provide gymnastics equipment for underprivileged children in Africa, aiming to address disparities in training resources. Richard highlighted the importance of environment in nurturing athletic talent and dedicated his achievement to inspiring youth. The record attempt coincided with the birth of his nephew, making the occasion particularly meaningful. Richard's effort underscores his commitment to both gymnastics and philanthropy.