7 marathons in 7 continents in 7 days | David Gething | TEDxHongKongED

Between working and spending time with his wife and two young girls, Dr David is an enthusiastic world traveller, adventurer and racer. Specialising in long-distance events, he has competed in numerous marathons including the famed Boston Marathon, Ironman triathlons up to World Championship level and multi-day European bicycle stage races. He has recently won the World Marathon Challenge, running 7 marathons in 7 continents in 7 days, and setting two new world records in the process.

Hong Kong based Australian David Gething is a world champion marathon runner. The new winner of World Marathon Challenge 2015 completed 7 marathons in 7 continents in 7 days, and set two new world records during the process.

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