A couple will take part in every Olympic sport over the 17 days of the Tokyo Games to raise money for charity. Charlotte Nichols and Stuart Bates believe they are the first to attempt the feat that will see them run, throw and jump their way through almost 100 sports. It is in memory of Mr Bates’ brother, Spencer Bates, known as Spenny, a father of two who died aged 49 from motor neurone disease in 2011. Charlotte Nichols and Stuart Bates (both centre) in the boxing ring (Family handout/PA)The couple aim to raise £10,000 for the Motor Neurone Disease Association with their challenge, which they have dubbed the Spennylympics. Pole vaulter Holly Bradshaw (centre), with Charlotte Nichols and Stuart Bates (Family handout/PA)Since his death, the family have raised more than £100,000 for the Motor Neurone Disease Association.

Source: Express July 12, 2021 14:03 UTC