Dexter Ali, a 55-year-old endurance athlete, recently completed a grueling 130-kilometer run across Trinidad, from Galeota to Chaguaramas, in an impressive 20 hours and 36 minutes. The journey, which began on November 1 at 5:50 PM, tested Ali’s physical and mental limits, particularly during the challenging Manzanilla stretch, where he battled strong winds and fatigue. Despite moments of doubt and physical pain, Ali persevered, fueled by the unwavering support of his family, friends, and coach, Derrick Simon. His wife, Leah-Marie Ali, joined him for the final 30 kilometers, while his children and other supporters provided encouragement along the way. Ali’s success was also attributed to a well-organized support crew, which supplied essentials like water, Gatorade, and food, as well as Simon’s rigorous nine-month training program. However, the extreme effort took its toll, with Ali spending the night in the hospital for fluid replenishment. His coach emphasized that such an endeavor requires years of preparation and should not be attempted lightly. Ali, a veteran of two ironman events, remains passionate about pushing his limits, though his family hopes he will retire from such extreme challenges.