Fell runner Jeev Singh has become the first Indian to successfully complete the Bob Graham Round.
The city banker turned fell running enthusiast embarked on the challenge through Saturday night and Sunday with his wife and close friends nearby.
Jeev moved to Ambleside in 2023 from London with his wife Radhika and he has been an active member of The Green Runners movement.
Jeev completed the challenge in 23 hours and 5 minutes. He said: “I can’t begin to express how much my friends and community’s support meant to me throughout this Bob Graham Round journey.
“Whether you were out on the fells with me, sending encouraging messages, or just being there when I needed someone to believe in me, they’ve been an important part of making this dream come true.
“Every tough moment, every high and low, felt a little lighter, knowing I had friends behind me. This wasn’t just about finishing – it was about the shared experience, the laughter, the encouragement, and the strength they all gave me when I needed it most.
“Thank you for being there for me, for sharing this crazy adventure, and for making something so tough feel like a triumph of friendship and community. I couldn’t have done this without them, and I’m beyond grateful to have them in my life.”
Media house Summit Fever Media is producing a documentary about how the Cumbrian landscape brought him peace and a newfound love of fell running, called To Cumbria with Love.
The documentary, which will be released in early 2025, will primarily focus on healing, the power of community, and connections with the outdoors.
Jeev’s motivation for completing the Bob Graham Round was grounded in his desire to pay tribute to this magnificent landscape and the welcoming community that has helped heal his spirit.
The Bob Graham Round is named after a Keswick guest-house owner.
In June 1932, Bob broke the Lakeland Fell record by running 42 fells across 66 miles and an elevation in excess of 8,000m within 24 hours, starting and ending in Keswick.
