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10 October 2026 | 50K across the Austrian capital - Running through Vienna: 1,050 kilometres into the challenge On 10 October 2026, Run for Voices reached another milestone as I took on country number 21 out of 50 in Vienna, Austria. The mission remains the same: run 50 kilometres in 50 countries to raise awareness and funds for the Throat Cancer Foundation, supporting people affected by throat cancer. But every country brings a different experience, and Vienna was a city I w

50K through the heart of Prague, and 1,000 km into the challenge On 3 October 2026, Run for Voices reached one of its biggest milestones so far: country number 20 out of 50. I started the morning in the centre of Prague, with 50 kilometres ahead of me and a simple goal: keep moving until I reached the finish. The route took me out of the city and all the way up towards a cliff before heading towards Břevnov. And then something completely unexpected happened. I randomly found

50K from Belfast to Lisburn and back On 13 September 2026, Run for Voices reached another major milestone: country number 19 out of 50. This time, the challenge took me to Northern Ireland, where I set out from Belfast with one simple goal: run 50 kilometres and finish back in Belfast. The route took me from Belfast towards Lisburn, through a mixture of roads, trails and beautiful green landscapes. One of the highlights was running through the forest trails, which gave the ru

Run for Voices reaches Berlin, Germany, for Country #18 of the 50K in 50 Countries challenge. Starting at 6 AM, Giuseppe ran 50K through Berlin, from Tempelhof Airport to the Brandenburg Gate, finishing in his fastest ultramarathon yet: 4 hours and 17 minutes.

Running 50km in Lugano, Switzerland for country #17 of Run for Voices. With 1,200 metres of elevation, 30°C temperatures and relentless mountain climbs, this became one of the toughest ultra-marathons of the challenge. A chance meeting with a local runner whose mother has throat cancer reminded me why this mission matters. Supported by the local running community, Switzerland became another unforgettable step in raising awareness for throat cancer patients.

Running 50km in Madeira for country #16 of Run for Voices. Starting before sunrise, this ultra marathon combined steep elevation, tropical humidity, and temperatures reaching 32°C. From Funchal to Câmara de Lobos and the historic Levada dos Piornais, Madeira delivered one of the toughest challenges yet. The journey ended with a finish in front of Cristiano Ronaldo’s museum, celebrating another milestone in the 50K in 50 countries mission.

Some runs are fast. Some runs are beautiful. And some runs teach you that the body is capable of far more than the mind thinks. Country #15 of Run for Voices brought me to Larnaca, Cyprus. I landed just after midnight and managed around three hours of sleep before the alarm went off at 4:30 AM. By 5:00 AM, under the first light of sunrise, the run had begun. The roads were quiet. The sea was calm. And for a brief moment, it felt like I had the whole island to myself. I follow

Running 50km in Luxembourg for country #14 of Run for Voices. Starting at sunrise through empty city streets, this ultra marathon featured over 500 metres of elevation, stunning architecture, castles, and incredible support from local runners. Their encouragement helped deliver a personal best time, proving once again that community and purpose can push us beyond our limits.

Running 50km in Tirana for country #13 of Run for Voices. Humid temperatures and warm conditions made this ultra marathon a demanding challenge from start to finish. Joined by friends and supported by locals along the way, the run became a reminder of how powerful human connection can be. From the airport to Tirana’s city centre and lake routes, Albania delivered one of the most memorable moments of the journey so far.

Running 50km in Oslo for country #12 of Run for Voices. Sunny weather, coastal views, and 350m of elevation through Oslo’s hills made this u

Not every run feels strong. Some… you just have to get through. This was one of those. From the very start, I didn’t feel 100%.Heavy legs. Low energy. But showing up was never the question. I started in the heart of Cardiff, from Cardiff Castle, passing by the Principality Stadium, then pushing all the way out to Penarth and Barry. City to coast. Flat to hills. And then back through the countryside… where the real work started. The climbs hit harder than expected. The legs di

🗓️ 11th April 2026 Running a 50K Ultra Marathon in Edinburgh was never going to be easy. The hills make sure of that. This was country number 10 of Run for Voices: a milestone moment in the journey. The run began at 11:00 AM from the city centre, heading out towards the coast before looping around the iconic Arthur’s Seat . From the very start, the challenge was clear. Strong winds. Relentless hills. A route that demanded constant effort. But that’s the nature of ultra mara

Running 50km in Lapland for country #9 of Run for Voices. Snow, ice, and Arctic conditions made this ultra marathon a true test of endurance and focus. From Santa Claus Village through Rovaniemi, the route combined challenging terrain with unforgettable moments, including running with locals and witnessing the best northern lights display so far. Another step forward in raising awareness for throat cancer.

Running 50km in Stockholm for country #8 of Run for Voices. Rain, snow, and cold 2°C conditions tested endurance just one week after the previous ultra marathon. Starting before sunrise, the route passed through forests, city streets, and Monteliusvägen, where the weather shifted dramatically. Joining the Stockholm Run Club for the final kilometres led to a strong finish and a personal best, highlighting the power of community and resilience.

Running 50km through Athens for country #7 of Run for Voices. From the Acropolis to the Athenian coast, this ultra-marathon continues the mi

On 14th February 2026, Run for Voices reached Copenhagen for country number six of fifty. Under bright winter sun and −8°C temperatures, I r

Barcelona 🇪🇸 | 50K under the sun, 48hrs after food poisoning. Strangers became teammates. Finished at La Sagrada Família. #RunForVoices

24th January 2026 Country #4 of 50 of Run for Voices took place in Budapest, and it marked a turning point in the journey. I landed at 11:00am. At 1:00pm, the run began. This time, I wasn’t alone. Around 20 runners from The Running Latte Club showed up to support the run and to help share the mission of Run for Voices with their community. From the very first steps, the energy felt different. This was the first time Run for Voices wasn’t just about me completing 50 kilometre

A personal attempt of completing an ultra marathon in Iceland during the polar night. A 50km winter run through ice, wind, and darkness as part of the Run for Voices challenge.

A personal account of completing an ultra marathon in Malta as part of Run for Voices — a demanding 50km coastal run shaped by heat, hills, and resilience, completed in support of throat cancer awareness.