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Russell Cook, known as the “Hardest Geezer,” ran from one end of Africa to another. He crossed the finish line in Tunisia after 352 days. On April 22, 2023, Russell Cook embarked on a 240-day journey from Cape Agulhas, South Africa to Tunisia, aiming to run a marathon daily. Why did he do it? The 27-year-old endurance athlete struggled with mental health, gambling, and drinking. He wanted to make a difference and raise over £700,000 for money for Water Aid UK and The Running Charity Charity, and he did! The journey was not without challenges. He had his first significant setback when cameras, …

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