Mid-Scotland and Fife MSP, Liz Smith, has congratulated Perthshire cyclist Mark Beaumont for cycling around the world in a record 79 days, breaking the previous best by a huge 44 days.
This is the Scottish cyclist’s second trip round the globe on his bike after previously completing the challenge in 2008.
Mark is no stranger to feats of extreme endurance having previously ridden from Alaska to the southern tip of Argentina in 2010.
Commenting Liz Smith MSP said;
“Mark has achieved something that many thought was impossible and has written himself into the world record books again.
“As a son of Perthshire everyone in the area is extremely proud of his feats and hopes that he takes a little bit of time to relax before pursuing his next adventure.
“In commemorating his achievement in the Scottish Parliament, with Cross-Party backing, I hope to have made a small contribution to raising awareness about his incredible journey.”