Paralympian plans to cross 40 miles of the Australian outback in just his wheelchair

No wheelchair user has ever been allowed on Australia's Larapinta trail — until now.

This week, Dr William Tan, a Singapore Paralympian, begins a five day journey across 65km (40 miles) of the Australian outback.

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The 60-year-old has in the past completed marathons across Antarctica and the North Pole, but says the upcoming challenge will be the "most treacherous one" yet.

The terrain in the Larapinta Trail is rugged and steep, making it difficult even for the average athlete to complete — much less someone crossing it in a wheelchair.  Read more...

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