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Gamer Runs 79 Ultramarathons in 79 Days for Mom
15 Dec
Summary
- A former gamer completed 79 ultramarathons in 79 consecutive days.
- The challenge was a fundraiser for Headway after his mother's brain injury.
- He raised over £60,000 of his £74,000 target for the charity.
A former professional gamer has completed an astonishing 79 ultramarathons over 79 consecutive days, a feat undertaken to support the Headway charity. Sam King, 31, was motivated by his mother Penny's recent near-fatal brain bleed, an event that dramatically shifted his life's focus.
King, who previously held the world's top ranking in Call of Duty and weighed significantly more, has since embraced extreme endurance challenges. This latest endeavor involved running 31 miles (50km) daily for 79 days, concluding in his hometown of Frinton-on-Sea, Essex, where his mother was present.
His efforts have raised over £60,000 towards a £74,000 target, with his mother, despite ongoing recovery, reportedly doing "really well." King's journey highlights a remarkable personal transformation and a profound commitment to supporting his family and a vital charity.
