[WATCH] Breaststroker taking on Lake Malawi
A gruelling 581 kilometres in 45 to 60 days ... all in the name of charity (and a Guinness World Record too).
Krugersdorper Martin Hobbs, 45, will attempt to swim a gruelling 581 kilometres in 45 to 60 days.
Why, you ask? All in the name of charity – The Smile Foundation – and to become a Guinness World Record holder. And to make things a bit harder, Martin will be swimming the distance breaststroke.
News editor Janine Viljoen spoke to Martin shortly before one of his training sessions at Lake Heritage at the Cradle Moon Lodge in Muldersdrift.
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Martin will swim an average of 15km per day and will hit the lake on 20 February. If all goes well, he will finish on 5 April. The News will document his every stroke by sharing videos, photos and updates on our social media platforms.
To follow Martin’s journey and for regular updates, visit the News’ website throughout February, March and April; alternatively visit Martin’s Facebook page, Solo Swimmer. Why not make a donation to the Smile Foundation while you are there?
The News wishes Martin and his crew the best of luck with the daring and exciting adventure.
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