Six runners from the Hakim Group braved soaring temperatures during the hottest London Marathon on record as part of a commitment to raise more than £100,000 for Vision Aid Overseas.
The team, which included Jo Macklin, Michaela Mayes, Suhayel Issa, Aled Brassington, Simon Mann and company CEO, Imran Hakim, where spurred on by live updates of total donations during the race.
Imran Hakim said: ‘I am so proud of everyone who took part in this race. Not just the runners themselves but each and every person in our extended Hakim Group family and friends who showed us support and generosity throughout the day. You carried us over the finishing line with your love and kindness.
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