In an incredible and dramatic achievement, Tom overtook Pavel Paloncy and Eugeni Rosello Sole, long-distance leaders of the race, as they slept at the Bellingham check point during the evening of Wednesday 18th January.

He was able to gradually extend his lead on Paloncy and Rosello Sole, crossing the finish line at Kirk Yetholm today at 12:01pm. His race time (unconfirmed) is registering as 99 hours, 25 mins, 36 secs.

Watch the video of his arrival at the finish line here, followed by falling asleep extremely quickly!

We will bring you news of the women’s race as soon as the winner is announced.

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