In this first catch-up for the Delirious West 2027 series, we get to know Murray, from growing up as one of nine kids in Geelong to a teaching career that eventually took him overseas for almost three decades.
Running has woven its way through a lot of that story, although not always in the way you might expect.
We chat about why Murray says running makes him feel alive, how his son introduced him to backyard ultras, and why a handshake in Melbourne has now landed him on the start line at Delirious.
There’s also one part of Murray’s story that puts his love of being able to run into a very different perspective.
And then there’s his current view of Delirious itself.
Apparently it might just be a training run. 😂
This is going to be a fun journey to follow.
Thinking about taking on Delirious West yourself?
If the stories in this series are giving you that little itch to be part of it, have a look at the event details and see whether 2027 might be your year.
Delirious WEST event website:
https://deliriouswest200miler.com.au/
Event Facebook group:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/1428304207182387
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