The wait is over and it is official - Drayton dad David Tavernor is a Guinness World Record holder.

Mr Tavernor undertook a challenge on his skateboard last week, completing more consecutive ollies than anyone ever has done before - 323 in around 15 minutes.

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But he faced an anxious wait after completing the challenge to see whether he would be officially recognised in the Guinness Book of World Records - despite knowing in his heart he had succeeded.

Norwich Evening News: Skateboarder David Tavernor who has arthritis in action at the Delta Four Skatepark where he has broken a skateboarding world record.Skateboarder David Tavernor who has arthritis in action at the Delta Four Skatepark where he has broken a skateboarding world record. (Image: Archant 2021)

Now though, the wait is over and his feat has been officially recognised.

In an email sent to the 34-year-old, the records management team wrote: "We are thrilled to inform you that your application for most consecutive ollies has been successful and you are now the Guinness World Records Title Holder."

Norwich Evening News: Skateboarder David Tavernor who has arthritis in action at the Delta Four Skatepark where he has broken a skateboarding world record.Skateboarder David Tavernor who has arthritis in action at the Delta Four Skatepark where he has broken a skateboarding world record. (Image: Archant 2021)

On receiving the confirmation, Mr Tavernor said: "I felt such elation and relief - then had an uncontrollable urge to show the email to everyone within 50m of me."