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Last post: Sep 23, 2009 10:21 AM by Active Toby RSS
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Sep 23, 2009 10:21 AM

Cliff Young, a farmer who inspired a nation

"The whole nation thought he was a crazy old man to undertake an almost impossible feat. Most feared that he would die trying. But this humble old man proved all the critics wrong.

 

Cliff Young, at 61 years of age, participated in 1983’s Sydney to Melbourne race. Considered to be the world’s toughest race, with the distance of 875 kilometers and took at least 6 to 7 days to finish, Cliff Young entered the race against world-class athletes. Read how he achieved the unthinkable and inspires the whole nation."  Read the full story here

 

Simply amazing! How's that for inspiration? Hope you enjoyed.





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