A former Hong Kong youth cricketer has set a world record after running the length of Sri Lanka in just over six and a half days, overcoming a journey beset by problems, during which “nothing went to plan”.
Rahul Sharma, 24, said he faced a slew of obstacles along the way – from logistical chaos to unbearable heat and physical exhaustion – but eventually overcame them with strong faith and support from people around the world.
He completed the journey in six days and 13 hours, and was confirmed…
Ex-Hong Kong youth cricketer completes run across Sri Lanka in world-beating 6½ days
