Putting grit and endurance to the test: 7 marathons, 7 continents in 7 days
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Key Points:
- The Great World Race challenges participants to complete seven marathons on seven continents in seven consecutive days, starting in Cape Town and including extreme conditions like Antarctica's icy Wolf's Fang runway and Perth's 94-degree heat.
- Runners faced harsh environments, sleep deprivation, and logistical hurdles such as flying between continents, limited shower access, and unpredictable weather, with some competitors forced to cut distances due to injury or difficulty.
- The race is privately funded by a $60,000 entry fee, covering expenses like food, trainers, charter flights, and emergency evacuation, but excludes Wi-Fi to encourage rest and camaraderie among participants.
- Notable competitors included 82-year-old Dan Little, who completed the race despite challenges, and Christian Brown-John
