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Indian expat sets world record for fastest crossing of Qatar on foot

Ashutosh Prakash accomplished this feat in one day, six hours, and 31 minutes on March 1, 2024.

Doha: A Qatar-based Indian expatriate has set a new Guinness World Record (GWR) for the “fastest crossing of Qatar on foot by male.”

Ashutosh Prakash, a licensed aircraft technician, accomplished this feat in one day, six hours, and 31 minutes on March 1, 2024, according to GWR website.

“This record attempt was the culmination of years of dedication,” Prakash told The Peninsula.

Photo: The Peninsula Qatar

Prakash, who has been living in Qatar from the past 14 years, finds the country ideal for athletes and has successfully pursued his passion without facing any obstacles.

He aims to inspire the younger generation to adopt an active lifestyle.

Earlier, Prakash completed a 739.5 kilometer run from Dubai to Qatar in 11 days and 17 hours.

This post was last modified on June 29, 2024 7:40 pm

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Sakina Fatima

Sakina Fatima, a digital journalist with Siasat.com, has a master's degree in business administration and is a graduate in mass communication and journalism. Sakina covers topics from the Middle East, with a leaning towards human interest issues.

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