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Phil Gore's 168-hour solo run for Telethon raises over $62k

Perth firefighter Phil Gore is an endurance record-holder. He is running a 6.7km loop every hour for 168 consecutive hours. He takes only brief micro-naps during this time. He is raising money for Telethon.

Why it mattersExtreme endurance athletes like Gore push the boundaries of human physiology. Tracking his progress shows what the body can endure. It shows how mental toughness drives performance at its limits.

AustraliaA Perth-based fundraiser raising money for an Australian charity; his progress is inspiring donors and drawing attention to Telethon's work supporting Western Australian children and people in need.

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