Passionate performers from across the globe gathered to create magic in the air, competing not just with instruments in hand ...

The new world champion, Aapo “The Angus” Rautio, has taken part in Oulu's World Air Guitar Championships since the age of 10.

Finland has reclaimed the Air Guitar World Championship after a 25-year gap. Aapo “The Angus” Rautio triumphed in Oulu, beating rivals from 13 countries in the contest’s 30th edition.