Greg James completes Comic Relief challenge, raising more than £4m

Greg James has crossed the finish line of his 1,000km Comic Relief tandem cycling challenge, traveling through England, Wales and Scotland from Weymouth, Dorset.

“- Published BBC Radio 1's Greg James has crossed the finish line of his Comic Relief tandem cycling challenge, raising more than £4m for charity”

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He arrived at Murrayfield Stadium, Edinburgh, after a gruelling week, breaking into tears as he completed the ride.

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The event featured special guests including comedian Joe Lycett, fellow Radio 1 host Jamie Laing, and, in a surprise appearance, The Prince of Wales, with the Red Arrows performing a special fly-past on the same day Greg shared his bike with Prince William.

Greg James described the experience as amazing, saying it had been a struggle at times but that everyone got him through it.

He announced he would never cycle again after the emotional journey.

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He highlighted the support from listeners who sent voice notes and turned out to cheer him on at roadside checkpoints.

Famed faces also joined in, including Lando Norris, Chris Martin, Bob Mortimer, Nick Jonas and Elmo, who sent messages and videos.

This was Greg's third outing for Comic Relief in 10 years, after previously completing five triathlons in five days for his first challenge and climbing Scafell Pike, Snowdon and Ben Nevis for his second.

“- Published BBC Radio 1's Greg James has crossed the finish line of his Comic Relief tandem cycling challenge, raising more than £4m for charity”

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The 40-year-old announced he would go ahead with the current challenge after learning his dad a stroke when heart surgery didn't go to plan.

On the final morning Greg's mum sent a message saying his parents were 'beyond proud' of what he'd achieved.

The total raised climbed to £4,041,910, a record for Radio 1's annual charity challenge.