Paul Bongiovanni

Manchester to London 2027

My Activity Tracking

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My target 220 mi

Please support my Ambitious challenge!

On Sunday 18 July 2027 I will ride 220 miles in a single day from Manchester to London. A test of endurance, a journey that demands everything, and gives back more.

I am taking on the Ambitious 220 Challenge to raise funds for Ambitious about Autism, the national charity helping autistic children and 
young people to learn, thrive and achieve in a world where they belong. 

Too often autistic young people are unheard, unsupported, or shut out of opportunities. That can change. Every mile and every turn of the pedals helps create a world where autistic children and young people are accepted for who they are and given the chance to realise their ambitions.

This is more than a ride. This has purpose.

If you can, please consider donating to my page and join me in supporting autistic children and young people.

My Achievements

Shared page

Self-donated

Added a profile pic

Added a blog post

Received 10 donations

25% fundraising target

50% fundraising target

Fundraising target reached

50% distance target reached

Challenge complete!

My Updates

An M2L Update

Monday 15th Jun

Hi,


I wanted to take the opportunity to thank you once again for your incredibly generous donation. Every pound means a huge amount for the charity, and also for me as you push me on and show your belief in me.


Just two weeks out from the event, and unfortunately I’m not in a great place. I have taken the difficult decision to withdraw from this year’s event, and instead defer my entry to complete the 220 miles in 2027.


In early May, I had a routine cold that unfortunately developed into what I now know was pneumonia. Being freelance, I did the thing we always do and just cracked on, thinking each day that I must be getting better. It dragged on, and without antibiotics, my body took on the fight by itself, but it has taken a really big hit, I’ve lost a huge amount of lung capacity, and I’m still not 100%


I know of myself, that I’m just not physically capable of completing the ride, and to attempt it anyway could be dangerous long term. I’m gutted, but I know it’s the right decision.


I really appreciate your commitment to me and Ambitious About Autism by donating your hard earned money, and I will be back stronger and faster than ever next year.


Bonji x