Competition is tough for The Race; a gruelling endurance challenge in which participants must cover 250km over 24 hours.
Participants run 64km, cycle 166km, complete 5km of mountain running, and 15km of kayaking throughout the county.
There are only two minutes between Shaun Stewart in first place and Martin Lynch in second place as they head into the final marathon in Glenveagh National Park – after only ten hours on the course!
The Race is on. Only 5 mins between 1st and 2nd as they head into the final marathon. #THERACE2017 @wildatlanticway @selfhelpafrica pic.twitter.com/rVKCBHcg3S
— The Race (@TheRace_ie) March 11, 2017
Proceeds raised go towards Gorta Self-Help Africa who work in ten countries empowering rural communities and assisting them in food production and achieving economic independence.
The Race aims to provide the world’s number one endurance test.
The event is organised by Sand2Snow Adventures and Gartan Outdoor Education Center.
To track the race for to-the-minute results click here.
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