Virgin boss Richard Branson is marking his 60th by kitesurfing the English Channel.
The exact date hasn’t been announced, but he will be undertaking the 24 mile journey sometime in August accompanied by his children, Holly, 29, Sam, 26, and some of his nephews.
He says, “My wife swears I get more barking as I get older. This year I’ve almost crippled myself running 26.2 miles in my first marathon. Now I’m putting my poor 60-year-old bones through an arduous 24.4 miles, over water, hanging on to a giant kite.
Take a look at this vid where he explains why he loves the sport and how it keeps him in shape.
Is he mad to do it? Is 60 too old for adrenaline sports? Tell us what you think in our comments section below.
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