Glaswegian cycles Lands End to John OGroats for loved ones
Known as the Ride Against Cancer, the challenge is deeply personal for all involved.
(Image: Supplied) David, 53, head of office at Savills Glasgow, lost his mum to cancer 30 years ago, and in 2018, his wife Claire was diagnosed with breast cancer at the age of 38.
The couple's sons were just two and four years old at the time.
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Additionally, one of David's colleagues was diagnosed with cancer.
Tragically, his colleague did not survive.
David said: "Two people so close to me. One made it, one didn't."
Claire has since retrained as a personal trainer supporting people with cancer.
She also works with Young Lives vs Cancer.
(Image: Supplied) David now commutes by bike and became more serious about road cycling after completing the 225km Mallorca 312.
The team reached Cadworks in Glasgow on July 21, roughly 600 miles into their journey.
They were welcomed by Savills colleagues.
The team aims to complete the ride by July 24.
The team has raised more than half of its £50,000 goal and is encouraging the public to help them reach the finish line.
To donate, visit givewheel.com/fundraising/6822/Ride-Against-Cancer.
Jim Webster, organiser of the Ride Against Cancer and co-founder of Glasgow-based architecture studio HAUS Collective, said: "This ride is more than a physical challenge – it is a tribute.
"A journey in memory of loved ones lost, in solidarity with those still fighting, and in support of those living with the fear of cancer's return."
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