Peugeot is pleased to support Challenge 126, a charity event in aid of Special Olympics Ireland which will see two athletes run 126 miles, the equivalent of 5 marathons in one day. Brian Maher of Spin 1038 and Mike Sheridan from RTE and entertainment.ie will set out on their grueling journey at 7am on Thursday 26th April from Limerick City, led by a convoy of Peugeot 3008's. The sporting duo will aim to arrive on Dublin’s Grafton Street just 30 hours later.

Pushing the limitations of physical and mental endurance, the pair is aiming to raise €20,000 for Special Olympics. Speaking about the task at hand Brian and Mike say “We have both taken part in similar challenges before, but Challenge 126 is something else entirely. It will push us to our absolute limits and beyond, and we wouldn't have it any other way. Thanks so much to our supporters and team, who have already made this an incredibly memorable experience. Now let's raise some serious money for the wonderful people at The Special Olympics!”

Emma Toner, Peugeot Communications Manager said, “Peugeot Ireland is delighted to be involved with Special Olympics and Challenge 126 and is providing three vehicles to the support and film crew for the event. We wish Brian and Mike every success on this gruelling challenge for this great cause.”

Donations from the public to Challenge 126 can be made through the dedicated website www.challenge126.com or by texting the word ‘Donate’ to 57252 (ROI) to give €2 (min. of €1 goes to Special Olympics Ireland).

For further information, or to follow Brian and Mike’s preparations, visit www.challenge126.com.