Darren Barker continues endurance challenge in memory of Ricky Hatton

Former world champion Darren Barker is currently engaged in an endurance feat titled The Longest Round to raise funds for the mental health charity Calm. The challenge involves cycling and swimming nearly 2,000 miles, spanning from Edinburgh to Morocco. Barker, 44, designed the event to honor his late friend, Ricky Hatton, who passed away at age 46 nearly one year ago. Having completed the cycling leg through the UK and portions of France, Barker now prepares for the physical demands of crossing the Pyrenees into Spain. He continues to manage the psychological toll of the journey and the memory of his friend while navigating the route alone.

• 9:51 AMYahoo Sports — In memory of Ricky Hatton, Darren Barker’s brutal challenge goes on and on