Guernsey runner undertakes 24-hour challenge

Drew Jonkmans decided to co-ordinate this challenge after his run in Egypt was cancelled

A man is attempting to run around Guernsey's Footes Lane track for 24 hours continuously.

Drew Jonkmans had been due to run the Half Marathon Des Sables in Egypt but the event was cancelled due to the current Israel-Gaza conflict.

Mr Jonkmans is planning to run at least 100 miles (160km) and said he would donate all the money raised to Guernsey Mind.

He is due to begin his challenge at 13:00 GMT.

He decided to raise money for the charity after completing his first race in May

He said: "I saw this race as a perfect opportunity to raise money for Guernsey Mind, an amazing charity that does invaluable work for the Guernsey community.

"I’m sure most, whether they’re aware of it or not, will have some sort of connection to someone who has been helped by Guernsey Mind. Mental health can be such a sensitive subject for many.

"For me, the connection between physical and mental health is massive, and so it seems fitting that I raise money for them by going through both physically and mentally tough challenges."

He added: "Still feeling deflated after all of the mental and physical preparation I had undergone for the race, I still wanted to do something during the same week I was supposed to be running in Egypt that I knew would bring some similar exposure to the charity.

"The idea will be to cover as much distance as possible within the 24 hours I have at the track, with an aim to reach at least 100 miles (402 laps)."