A disabled racing driver has swapped his McLaren for a tuk tuk in a 3,000 kilometre charity challenge across India.
Paul Fullick, 42, from Fareham, participated in the Rickshaw Run to raise money for charity.
Mr Fullick, a lower-leg amputee and member of Team BRIT, the world’s only competitive team of all-disabled racing drivers, completed the adventure earlier this month using hand control technology.
The Rickshaw Run is a twice-yearly event where teams from around the world drive more than 3,000km across India in a tuk tuk, also known as an auto-rickshaw.
Paul, Gordon and Joao took on the epic challenge (Image: Submitted)
Mr Fullick, along with his teammates Gordon and Joao, started their journey in Jaisalmer, Rajasthan, with 69 other teams.
The race has only a starting point, a midway meet-up, and a finish line, leaving the rest of the journey to the teams.
Paul said: "I like a challenge, I like doing things on wheels, and I like supporting charity – that’s why the Rickshaw Run was a no-brainer for me!
"We faced challenge after challenge – many of which were unique to our team. We had to fit my wheelchair into the tuk tuk – something we managed by strapping the wheels to the roof and the base in between the 2 back seat passengers. The tuk tuk also has its brake powered by the right pedal, and without a right foot, using this isn’t easy! But we overcame and we all took our turns in navigating the diverse terrain we faced.
"I’m so proud that we raised almost £2000 for the Hambo Foundation, which I know will be put to such great use in helping people facing adversity.
"A massive thank you to everyone who supported us on our journey and for everyone who donated. Now to plan the next adventure."
After reaching the finish line at Fort Kochi within the allowed time, Mr Fullick and his teammates raised almost £2,000 for the Hambo Foundation.
The foundation supports young people seriously injured through sport.
The charity has also helped Mr Fullick’s fellow Team BRIT drivers, Noah Cosby and Aaron Morgan.
The Rickshaw Run is a popular event with many teams participating to raise funds for various causes.
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