Taiwan challenge for ultra-marathon runner

Orkney ultra-marathon man William Sichel is set to start his latest road race challenge today.

William, from Sanday, is competing in the 48-hour road race in Taipei, Taiwan.

The run, due to end on Sunday, is expected to attract a strong field, with leading athletes from Japan and Australia set to compete alongside local runners.

William is currently working on Project165.com, in which he will attempt to have set 165 ultra-running records before his 65th birthday on October 1, 2018.

William’s progress in the race can be followed on his website, at www.williamsichel.co.uk