Here's some thoughtful advice from Gordon Blacklock, 2009 World Gurning Champion. Gurning, the art of making funny faces, dates back to 1297 at the Egremont Crab Apple Fair.
Previous champion Tommy Mattinson was not able to take part this year.
My brother Dan and I have a long way to go if we want to uphold the family name in the 2010 championship. The competition might get ugly.