27/05/2026
'The support from everyone has honestly been unbelievable.’
After completing two full marathons and pushing through pain to finish a third, Tom Dore has sadly had to pause his 7 marathons in 7 days challenge after suffering an Achilles injury during day three.
Despite being devastated by the setback, Tom showed incredible determination to keep going and complete the third marathon before seeking medical help. He has now been advised to rest and avoid exercise for the next six to eight weeks while he recovers.
Tom started this challenge to give back to Warrington Hospital’s neonatal unit after the team helped save the life of his daughter, Taiya, following complications at birth last year. Since launching the fundraiser, the support from the community has been nothing short of amazing, with donations now reaching more than £8,000.
Thank you, Tom, for your courage, determination and commitment to supporting babies and families cared for on the neonatal unit. And thank you to everyone who has donated, sent messages of encouragement, turned up along the route or supported Tom along the way. Your kindness and generosity will make a real difference.
We know this is only paused, not finished, and we’ll all be cheering Tom on when he’s ready to continue 💙
