UAE cyclists raise Dh2.4 million for fight against cancer in epic European ride
An intrepid team of UAE cyclists are riding high after helping to raise Dh2.4 million ($650,000) for charity on a gruelling 3,333km ride across Spain and France. The 15-strong group, including the general manager of Brighton Colleges UAE, Craig Lamshed, and Jimmy Wright, a parent of a pupil at the school, completed the Cycle Against Cancer challenge on July 25. They set out with the goal of…
A group of 15 UAE cyclists, including Craig Lamshed and Jimmy Wright, completed a 3,333km ride from Barcelona to Paris in July, raising Dh2.4 million for cancer research and support. The Cycle Against Cancer challenge exceeded its Dh1.8 million target due to public generosity. Al Jalila Foundation, a Dubai-based non-profit, uses the funds for medical research, education, and treatment, focusing on cancer care.
The cyclists faced challenging conditions, including 54,000 metres of elevation gain and high temperatures. Guido De Wilde, the challenge's founder, emphasized the team's resilience and the public's support in turning endurance into action for cancer patients. A September gala will celebrate the achievement and ongoing impact on the foundation's programmes.
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