Eddie Izzard auctions off running shoes on eBay after completing marathon challenge

Raising money: Eddie Izzard has put his marathon running shoes on eBay
Eddie Izzard/Twitter
Jennifer Ruby21 March 2016
The Weekender

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Eddie Izzard has put his marathon running shoes up for auction.

The comedian, who completed a staggering 27 marathons in 27 days, is now selling his trainers to raise even more money for Sports Relief.

After completing his two final marathons in South Africa on Sunday, the 54-year-old decided to put his shoes straight on eBay.

Just a few hours after finishing his epic challenge, Izzard tweeted: “Auctioning for @sportrelief some signed running shoes used in #27marathon27days @bbcthree.”

He listed the shoes on the online auction site, under the title: “Eddie Izzard signed trainers worn during epic South Africa marathon challenge.”

The condition of the trainers is described as “worn during marathon challenge”, with the description reading:

“The trainers are a men’s size 8, Inov Race Ultra 290 model. Inov claim that the increased levels of protection and under foot cushioning make the 290 perfect for long distance training and racing.”

With just two days left to bid, the total currently stands at £180.

Izzard crossed the final finish line in Johannesburg on Sunday to cheering, applause and chants of "Eddie, Eddie, Eddie".

"It's been the hardest thing I've ever done and I'm very tired," he told the BBC.

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