A Northamptonshire man is taking on the challenge of running seven marathons in seven days, starting in North Wales, for brain tumour research.

Alex Trivino, 35, is taking on this task in an effort to support his father-in-law, Trevor Davies from Llandegla, who is dealing with brain cancer.

The marathon spree, beginning September 9, starts in Llangollen, finishing with the Richmond Marathon in London on September 15.

Mr Trivino, originally from Bozeat and currently works in loss prevention, said: "My wife thought I was mad when I suggested running seven marathons in a week but that spurred me on to make it happen.

"I run most days; however, consecutive marathons will be tough physically and mentally.

"It’s also involved a lot of logistical planning."

Mr Davies was diagnosed with brain cancer, glioblastoma (GBM), in February 2021, following years of seizures attributed to low blood pressure.

He has since undergone radiotherapy and chemotherapy and is currently undergoing regular scans.

Mr Trivino said: "Until three years ago, I didn’t know anything about brain tumours.

"We looked up GBM and saw the prognosis which was frightening.

"Although he has already outlived the 12-18 months expectancy of GBM patients we know that this disease can progress at any time."

He added: "My father-in-law is the most relaxed person I’ve ever met, and we are close as a family.

"At the time he was being treated, I was working shifts, and it was difficult to see him so unwell but despite the gruelling treatment he tackled it with so much positivity and was determined not to give up".

Alex loves running   (Image: Supplied)

In line with marathon discipline, Mr Trivino had to complete each day’s 26.2mile course within six-and-a-half hours.

Mr Trivino has raised more than £3,200 for the charity Brain Tumour Research.

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He said: "I didn’t realise there were so few treatment options for brain tumour patients which is why I wanted to support Brain Tumour Research to help future patients and their families.

"This disease can impact a person in so many ways and I feel fortunate to be able to still go out and train, whereas people going through this battle might not have that option.

"I’m doing this for Trev and everyone who has been touched by this disease."

Charlie Allsebrook, of Brain Tumour Research, explained: "Trevor’s story is a reminder that brain tumours are indiscriminate; they can affect anyone at any age.

"Alex has showed incredible determination by not only training but also planning a week of running in honour of Trevor."