After breaking a Guinness World Record last year, the men’s captain at Rickmansworth Lawn Tennis Club will attempt to break two more.
At 9am on Sunday, September 1, father-of-three Mark O’Brien aims to beat the fastest long course 50m freestyle swim for a person living with motor neurone disease (MND) whilst in London. Later that same day, he will attempt to break the record for the fastest-ever 100m freestyle over in Dublin.
In doing so, Mark, who is of Irish heritage, hopes to inspire others living with MND, as well as raising awareness for the condition and funding research by charities supporting those living with the disease.
Last year, Mark broke the record for the longest-ever open-water swim by someone living with MND.
Mark said: “I have been to hell with this disease. With the support of my family and friends, the MND associations in the UK and Ireland, and the charity Challenging MND, I have pulled myself out of the darkest time of my life.
“My mission is, no matter what life I have left, I want to make a difference.”
The funds raised will go to the Irish MND Association, the UK MND Association, and Challenging MND. To donate, visit the fundraiser.
Photo Credit: Mark O’Brien
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