Competitors jump through fire, swim through mud in Tough Guy event in England

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A competitor wearing a "stormtrooper" helmet wades through water during the Tough Guy event in Perton, central England, January 30. The annual event to raise cash for charity challenges thousands of international competitors in a cross country run followed by an assault course consisting of 21 obstacles including water, fire and tunnels.

 

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Competitors climb nets during the Tough Guy event in Perton, central England, January 30.

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A competitor reacts during the Tough Guy event in Perton, central England, January 30.

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A competitor runs through a burning field during the Tough Guy event in Perton, central England, January 30.

 

 

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A competitor jumps into frozen water during the Tough Guy event in Perton, central England, January 30.

 

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A competitor emerges from a pool of muddy water during the Tough Guy event in Perton, central England, January 30.

 

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A competitor emerges from the freezing water during the Tough Guy race on January 30.

 

 

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Fantastic photos of a fantastic event!

Best weather we've had for years - but the water was still frozen!!

Hats off to the mad fools who take part.

    Reply#1 - Sun Jan 30, 2011 2:51 PM EST

    Fantastic photos of a fantastic event!

    Best weather we've had for years - but the water was still frozen!!

    Hats off to the mad fools who take part.

      Reply#2 - Sun Jan 30, 2011 2:58 PM EST

      Great day! I did it dressed at Tigger....the cold water nearly beat me....a slowish 3 hours but well worth the pain im in now!

        Reply#3 - Sun Jan 30, 2011 3:53 PM EST

        Awww Tigger.. you did well!! I was there supporting Stormtrooper (aka Joel)... Was my first time there and I loved it! Well done everyone x

          Reply#4 - Mon Jan 31, 2011 4:43 AM EST
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