Both aiming to complete 26.2-mile distance
A young fundraiser aiming to complete a marathon is two-thirds of the way through his challenge.
Eight-year-old Dylan Walton reached 17.4 miles at the NSC this morning before handing over to local athlete Christian Varley, who is taking part in the remote London Marathon today.
Dylan has raised almost £28,000 for Hospice Isle of Man, and will be aiming to complete his marathon over the next few days.
Christian, who is now heading towards Peel on his own marathon, says the youngster is inspiring:
You can watch Dylan take to the track and hand over to Christian below:
8-year-old Dylan Walton handed over the Marathon baton to Christian Varley Msr at the NSC this morning. Check the video to see how well Dylan has done raising funds for Rebecca House and saying thanks to the community. Catch an update on Monday’s breakfast show from the Nation’s Station, Manx Radio. You can sponsor Dylan here https://www.justgiving.com/fundraising/dylansday #iom #ManxRadio #ManxRadio #iom
Posted by Manx Radio on Sunday, October 4, 2020
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