Singapore Sundown Marathon 

On Saturday 31st May 2008 Andrew Sutcliffe took part in the Adidas Singapore Sundown Marathon, Singapore’s first ever night race, in memory of his niece Alice Ataide-Lobo.

Here Andrew describes taking part in this historic event in his own words:

‘“IMPOSSIBLE IS NOTHING” read the boards sporadically positioned over the route.

‘Impossible?’ I thought, for the organisers to design a route that didn't resemble a 42km obstacle course, involving climbing countless steps, crossing numerous bridges, navigating narrow residential footpaths littered with surrounding potholes, and having to stop at road junctions in order for traffic to pass? Alas not! ….A factor contributing to my slightly slower than expected time of 5hrs 30mins! …even the Kenyans suffered though,  you doubters!!!

On a more positive note 'Impossible is Nothing’ in that I achieved something I always thought I could never do…and lost 4kgs, despite keeping with tradition and accepting as many free drinks on the way around as I could stomach!

 

 

 

 

…and far more importantly 'Impossible is Nothing’ when it comes to research aimed at preventing Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) going into the future. We can all make a difference, and by visiting my site, and making a donation you have! My family and I know all too well the impact of SIDS, having lost my beautiful niece Alice at three months old. It is far more common an occurrence than many would think; around one such unimaginable tragedy every day in the UK alone! Thoughts of Alice, and making a difference for others got me through this marathon, and I'd do it again 1,000,000 times over!

Thank you for your kind words of support, and your very generous donations ....Anybody who is still struggling with 'short arm and deep pocket syndrome’ will be pleased to know it's not too late to donate...I'm leaving the site open for you!

We have raised a significant amount, and you have raised my spirit! Triathlon next…watch this space! ;) THANK YOU!’

Andrew has achieved an incredible fundraising total of £7,055 and FSID would like to thank him for his tremendous support and hard work. You can still sponsor Andrew by visiting http://www.justgiving.com/andrewsutcliffe

If you'd like to take part in a sponsored run in aid of FSID, check out our running pages for more information, call us on 020 7222 8003 or challenge@fsid.org.uk

 

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