Captain Dimitris From Eretria Claims His Place in the Guinness Book of World Records at the Age of 92 as the Oldest Active Fisherman in the World.

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The final decision on the recognition of the record is pending, with the family of Captain Dimitris and the local community of Eretria awaiting the results.

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Captain Dimitris Polyzoidis continues to practice the profession he lovesMore...

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The nomination file, with videos, photos and signed statements from witnesses, was submitted to the Guinness World Records organization by his son, Polyzois Polyzoidis.

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The 92-year-old captain is currently recovering from a scheduled surgery.

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92-year-old professional fisherman Dimitris Polyzoidis from Eretria is claiming a place in the Guinness Book of Records as the oldest active fisherman in the world. On August 13, 2026, he made a six-hour fishing trip with his boat “Gregoryos”, with his effort recorded by three witnesses. His candidacy file has been submitted to the Guinness World Records organization, with the final decision pending, while the captain is recovering from a schedu…

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Dimitris Polyzoidis continues to work as a professional fisherman at the age of 92 and has applied to be recognized as the oldest active professional fisherman in the world.