Troon runner tackles North Coast 500

A former Marr College and Marr Rugby Club player from Troon is preparing to undertake a major endurance challenge in support of the My Name’5 Doddie Foundation.

Ali Walker will run the North Coast 500 route, covering around 500 miles over seven days, with the aim of raising money for research into Motor Neurone Disease.

The charity was founded by former Scotland rugby international Doddie Weir following his diagnosis with the condition.

Walker previously completed seven marathons in seven days for the same cause and has already received support from Marr Rugby Club as he prepares for his latest challenge.

Supporters across Ayrshire and the wider rugby community are expected to follow his progress throughout the week-long event.