Record half marathon hopes for dad living with MS

David Price, a father of two from Liverpool, is awaiting confirmation that he has broken a Guinness World Record for completing a half marathon while living with multiple sclerosis. At the ASICS Manchester Half Marathon, Price ran 13.1 miles (21km) in 1 hour, 30 minutes and 30 seconds, surpassing the previous record by 16 seconds. The race was attended by 23,000 participants.

Price, a 42-year-old IT director, aimed to set a new record to demonstrate that high goals were achievable. He described crossing the finish line as an "absolutely amazing" feeling after months of training and uncertainty over his ability to run fast enough to break the record. Throughout the race, Price checked off target times he had written on his arm, particularly during the final stages when the challenge was at its greatest.

Living with MS presented its own challenges, with some days necessitating a rest from training. However, the support of family, friends, and spectators along the route helped Price push through the toughest moments. He credited his running coach, Kaswara Shabuo, for his encouragement and pushing him to give his all during the race. Price emphasized that the achievement was not just about breaking a record, but about inspiring others in the MS community to set and accomplish challenging goals.