1000th finally reached for Paddy

Paddy Doyle once again stepped up to the plate and completed his global milestone 1000th endurance fitness challenges and World Records covering 13 different sporting disciplines, at The Knowle British Legion Club, West Midlands.

Paddy was raising monies for his chosen charity, Support Our Paras, a charity dear to Paddy's heart as a Veteran Para himself.

His challenge of choice was The Farmer's Weight Carry Shuttle Walk along a measured 30ft line, carrying over 20kg in each hand in a backpack, for 20 minutes.

The previous best was 60 in a time of 20 minutes, and Paddy, in front of a roaring crowd, delighted spectators with achieving an amazing 92 lengths!

The global first event was witnessed by a fabulous crowd of spectators, family and dear friends and the crowd were fantastic in roaring Paddy on to the finish line, in what was a demanding and physically exhaustive challenge for anyone to undertake.

Paddy's event brings together a lifetime of fitness challenges and endurance events, raising money for Paddy's chosen charities, and the dedication, mental and physical strength which has inspired many to step firmly out of their comfort zone, and 'give it a go'

Paddy said: "It was a surreal moment, finally reaching a tough 1000th milestone. All the years of hard work, mental and physical pain, the precious memories along the way and the spirit of teamwork, seeing how others have overcome their own battles with the positive impact of sporting challenges and setting goals. It was an emotional moment for me.

"It is an honour to represent GB and be the first GB endurance athlete to have reached 1000 fitness endurance events covering, not one, but 13 different sporting categories. My support team has been truly magnificent along the way, and I thank them for their immense support throughout the years."

Paddy is looking forward to 2026 where he will be aiming to beat and set more strength speed stamina World Records and physical fitness challenges.