Fuelled by personal purpose and unrelenting determination, British ultra-endurance athlete William Goodge has shattered the world record for running across Australia, completing the grueling 3,800-kilometre journey in just 35 days.
Goodge crossed the finish line in Sydney shortly after 4 p.m. on Monday, capping off more than a month of intense physical and emotional endurance. Averaging the equivalent of two-and-a-half marathons per day, the feat saw him cover vast stretches of Australia’s demanding terrain faster than anyone before him.
His time beats the previous record—set by Chris Turnbull in 2023—by an impressive four days, setting a new benchmark in one of the most extreme endurance challenges on Earth.
Goodge’s run was inspired by his late mother’s battle with cancer, a cause that has continued to fuel his athletic pursuits. Accompanied by his father throughout the journey, the record attempt was not only a physical trial but also a deeply emotional and personal mission.
“This was always bigger than running,” Goodge said. “It was about honouring my mum, pushing the limits of what we think is possible, and showing others that purpose can carry you through anything.”
Throughout the 35 days, Goodge braved extreme weather, fatigue, and the mental toll of running an average of over 100 kilometres a day. His unwavering focus, bolstered by his support team and the presence of his father, kept him going even during the toughest stretches.
The achievement adds to Goodge’s growing legacy in ultra-endurance sports, and serves as an inspiration to athletes and non-athletes alike.
William Goodge’s record-breaking run across Australia is not just a triumph of athleticism—but a powerful story of love, loss, and the extraordinary strength of the human spirit.
