Spencer Matthews, a 35-year-old British reality TV star turned entrepreneur, broke the Guinness World Record by running 30 consecutive marathons in 30 days across the scorching Jordanian desert, covering a total distance of approximately 1,266-1,274 km (786-792 miles) on sand in temperatures over 40°C (104°F).
Matthews raised between £259,000 and £342,508 (approximately £350,000) for Global's Make Some Noise charity in the UK, supporting small charities focusing on shelter, safety, health, life skills, and preventing isolation.
He attributed this feat to his late brother who went missing after summitting Mount Everest in 1999 and a desire to support those in permanent pain.
Throughout the challenge, Matthews received unwavering support from his wife, Vogue Williams, their three children, and public messages, including from Bear Grylls.
The Daily Star reported that Matthews overcame challenges like grim goat dinners and swarms of flies.
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Sources: The Sun, Daily Mail, Independent, Sky News, The Scottish Sun, Irish Mirror, Mirror, Metro, Daily Star, Evoke, Extra, Heart, Shemazing, Telegraph.