12/06/2023

Well done Doko South Challengers 2023

Our Doko South Challenge was another great success, and we want to congratulate everyone who took part in the race on Sunday, 11 June.

Based on the traditional Gurkha Recruitment Doko race in Nepal, the challenge saw participants run 5km through Wimbledon Common, carrying a traditional Doko basket weighing either 5kg, 10kg or 15kg with a time to beat of 46 minutes. It was a challenging cross-country route with a few hills, and all the runners put in a huge effort despite the scorching heat!

A huge thank you to everyone who took on this year’s Doko Challenge South, helping to raise an incredible £7,372 for The Gurkha Welfare Trust. These funds will go such a long way in supporting vulnerable Gurkha veterans, their widows, and communities in Nepal.

Find out your time

The event was a great success with all the participants crossing the finish line, with the leader finishing the course in an incredible 23:25. Whatever your time was, you deserve a Gurkha salute.

Check your time

Highlights

There were many great moments throughout the day, from participants trying on their Doko baskets, to warm-up exercises led by Binod Gurung of the 10 QGLR, and of course the thrilling race itself! Once everyone crossed the finish line, they were treated to some delicious Nepali street food courtesy of Filili Eats.