A big measure of respect is deserved for Jon Benton who tackled the English Channel last night. Jon set off at 22:15 on Thursday 25 July for France from Shakespeare Beach, Dover. After more than approximately 16 hours of swimming in the dark and the rain, Jon got back on board 'Anastasia' having earned the respect of all who know him.
Jon trained not just to get to France, but to recover from the legacy of a hit and run accident, for which he subsequently endured 34 operations. To say that Jon has a high pain threshold would be modest.
Whilst Jon will be aggrieved at not getting the full way to France, he can be satisfied that he has raised over £3,300 for MS. If you wish to add to the donations, please click here.
Jon can also be satisfied that he has gained even more respect from his friends and fellow swimmers at Serpentine SC for his courage at setting off from Dover and especially at having the wisdom to know when to climb aboard the boat.
Jon, big respect for all you have achieved with your swimming from all at Serpentine SC.
As Capt Webb said, "nothing great is easy."
[JohnTierneySwim at Live Dot Com]