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Veteran 'super proud' after finishing 111km running challenge

Tuesday, 12 November 2024 08:06

Chris Hopkins raced around the Island on Armistice Day

A veteran who ran 111km around the Island in honour of Armistice Day and the Royal British Legion says he's 'super proud' of himself for getting through it.

Chris Hopkins set off from the Castletown War Memorial at 5am, and around 15 hours later reached the finish line at the war memorial on Douglas promenade, where Manx Radio caught up with him:

So far Chris has raised over £1400 for the Royal British Legion.

You can find his JustGiving page HERE.

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Veteran 'super proud' after finishing 111km running challenge

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