Shanghai's 'Sleep Challenge' Offers Cash Prizes for Best Nappers
A unique 'sleep challenge' is taking place in Shanghai's Chongming district, where participants will compete for cash prizes based on their sleeping abilities. The event, held in a local park, has already drawn strong interest—all spots for the first session on March 21 were fully booked in advance.
The competition runs every Saturday from March 21 to April 26, with additional sessions on May 2 and May 3. Each session allows 50 participants, all of whom must be healthy individuals aged between 18 and 50. Entry costs 299 yuan per person.
During the challenge, strict rules apply: no electronic devices, conversations, food, or sleep medication are permitted. Participants must wake up naturally, with their sleep quality monitored by professional devices. The contestant with the highest overall sleep score will earn the title of 'supreme sleep God' and receive 3,000 yuan. Other prizes include 2,000 yuan for those who fall asleep instantly and a total prize pool of 10,000 yuan shared among all who complete the challenge.
The event blends competition with relaxation, offering financial rewards for those who excel at sleeping. With limited spots per session, organisers have already seen high demand, suggesting strong public curiosity about the unusual contest.
