Sahara Des Sables

It is categorized as the World's Toughest Marathon, the "Marathon Des Sables". It is basically human walking 243km/151miles through the Sahara Desert in Morocco. The race was on the 25th March till the 31st March 2007. This year, the FIRST TWO MALAYSIAN joined and attempted this 'gruesome' (to me at least, hehe) walk through the Sahara. With their generousity, they have done this walk in aid of Hospis Malaysia.


(L) Dr Tan, (Centre) Mr Ngae From Malaisie!!

In the desert.


It was way before the Marathon Des Sables i met with Mr Ngae & Dr Tan. They came with a friend and introduce themselves and the idea of the whole Marathon in the Desert. We were speechless. Whaa? WALKING IN THE SAHARA HAR? hehe... So while we were working on this project together, i'm exposed to Mr Ngae's simplicity in life. It has tought me great deal, back to basics. Well, before they left for the Sahara, we were just praying for their safety. Pray that they will come back in one lively piece. And surely, they did!

The tiredness i could never comprehend


The Sahara Des Sables ended last week. Mr. Ngae completed the race in 50h 40m 43s (position 571/727) and Dr. Tan completed in 55h 01m 51s (position 627/727).
CONGRATULATIONS!!
More than 30 runners could not complete. One participant died in his sleep while on the race. But his medical records shows no medical-risk. I'm glad Mr Ngae & Dr Tan is safe and sound now in Paris. Will reach KL Sentral on the 7th April 2007, 8pm.

Pictures taken: Official Sahara des Sables website: www.darbaroud.com