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Singer's Epic Journey Raises £832,003 for Kids
15 May
Summary
- Olly Murs completed a 249-mile challenge running, cycling, and rowing.
- The five-day endeavor raised over £832,003 for Soccer Aid.
- He will feature in a documentary and play in the Soccer Aid match.
Singer Olly Murs has triumphantly concluded his five-day 'Into The Unknown' challenge, a demanding 249-mile journey from Manchester to London. The 42-year-old artist, overcome with emotion, crossed the finish line at the London Stadium, having raised an astonishing £832,003 for charity.
This unique challenge involved running, cycling, and rowing, with Murs only discovering his daily route hours before setting off. He shared his profound gratitude for the public's support, stating it was essential to his perseverance through the physically taxing event.
The singer is set to participate in the upcoming Soccer Aid charity match on May 31. His incredible effort and journey will be chronicled in a one-off documentary scheduled to air on May 29.
Murs also visited a Unicef project in Bucharest supporting displaced Ukrainian and local children, highlighting the broader impact of Soccer Aid's work with Unicef worldwide.
