A 10-year-old math enthusiast from the UK, Alberto Davila Aragon, has set a Guinness World Record by memorizing and recalling 280 digits of Pi in just one minute. His remarkable achievement has placed him among the youngest record-holders in the world of mathematics.
A School Competition That Sparked an Obsession
Aragon’s fascination with Pi began in March 2024 when his school organized a Pi digit memorization competition with a unique and entertaining reward—the chance to pie the headmaster in the face.
“In March 2024, my school organized an exciting Pi digits competition with an amazing prize: the chance to pie our headmaster in the face! Determined to win, I went home and committed myself to memorizing as many digits of Pi as I could,” Alberto told Guinness World Records.
His determination paid off, and he won the contest by reciting 150 digits, securing his moment to throw a pie at the headmaster. “It was an exhilarating experience, and I’m grateful to our headmaster for creating such a fun and inspiring challenge that motivated me to test my memory skills,” he said.
A Record-Breaking Journey
After his initial success, Aragon continued to challenge himself, aiming to memorize more digits at an increasingly faster pace. Motivated by his love for numbers, he decided to attempt a world record.
His parents played a crucial role in organizing the official attempt, reaching out to Bristol University to find a mathematician, local sports clubs for experienced timekeepers, and a professional witness to validate the feat.
“We wanted an iconic location for this record, one that was significant to me,” Aragon explained. “From the [Clifton] Observatory, the view of the iconic suspension bridge is amazing—I cross that bridge every day on my journey to school.”
A Love for Learning and a Historic Achievement
Known for his curiosity and enthusiasm for learning, Aragon describes himself as a dedicated student—though he admits his teachers find him “a bit chatty.”
His world record coincides with Pi Day, celebrated annually on March 14 (3/14), a nod to the famous mathematical sequence. His extraordinary achievement highlights both his love for numbers and the power of determination.
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