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In May this year Sir Ranulph Fiennes made a second attempt to conquer Everest for Marie Curie Cancer Care. Now aged 64, with a heart condition and Prostate Cancer, it was an extraordinary undertaking.

Unfortunately after reaching an altitude of 8,400 metres on May 24, 2008, Sir Ranulph was forced to turn back from the South Col due to exhaustion. Bad weather had forced Sir Ranulph to make his summit bid one day earlier than was planned.
 
Sir Ranulph has chosen Marie Curie Cancer Care to be the sole beneficiary of the expedition. He lost both his first wife and sister to cancer, and his recent experience with prostate cancer has deepened his commitment to the charity. Despite not reaching the summit Sir Ranulph is more determined than ever to raise £3 million for Marie Curie Cancer Care to help the charity care for more terminally ill patients in their own homes.

Well done Donation by Ian 24/05/08  

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pertwee says it all - best wishes for many more years of inspiration - must read the auto-bi now ! Donation by Simon Cunningham 24/05/08  

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Your strength & courage inspires me greatly. Well done on what you have achieved. Stay safe & well Donation by Jacqu 24/05/08  

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the decision to turn back is a far braver one than to trudge on and never make it down. You are an inspiration. thank you Donation by pertwee 24/05/08  

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I've enjoyed watching your progress. Well done for achieving what you have. Donation by Paul Taylor 24/05/08  

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Look for a brave spirit Donation by RASHZ Brown 24/05/08  

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In memory of my sister Jane, who i´m sure is climbing with you.... About mountains it is useless to argue, you have either been up or you haven´t!!! Donation by Fiona Washbrooke 23/05/08  

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Sir Ran' I can hardly prize myself off the couch! Totally inspiring Donation by Leo Nugent 23/05/08  

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The very best of luck and safe return Donation by Cynthia 23/05/08  

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Remember to stop going up at the top Donation by david tossell 23/05/08  

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best of luck Donation by mark 23/05/08  

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Great effort - inspiring. Donation by Marcel 23/05/08  

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Best of luck to you and the whole team Donation by Laura Benson 23/05/08  

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Inspiring. Very inspiring. Go for it. Respect. Donation by Martin Emery 23/05/08  

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Great stuff - inspirational Donation by Rob 23/05/08  

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I'm a great friend of Will Hillary's son Tom, and I also went to Sandroyd! Am a big fan - best of luck to you. Wol Donation by Wol Balston 23/05/08  

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Keep doing the mad things you do. It's an inspiration to many. Donation by Nigel Wilson 23/05/08  

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I lost both my parents to cancer within six months of each other. MC were brilliant for both. Best of luck, I have great respect for your challenge Donation by Andy 23/05/08  

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Good Luck! Donation by Ash Ridley 23/05/08  

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Good Luck and God Bless Donation by Fran 23/05/08  

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Go Ran! Knock the bastard off! Donation by Tom 23/05/08  

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Good luck! Donation by Juliet Turner 23/05/08  

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good luck and sorry we could not give more. Donation by Paul and Michelle Green 23/05/08  

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Good luck. Be safe. God bless you. Donation by Tony Dawson 23/05/08  

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We are very proud to have been part of your audience during the last 8 weeks. Your spirit and courage has been a tonic to us. Donation by Dwarde & Jenny Nicholls 23/05/08  

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Can't put into words how inspirational you've been over the years and how proud you make us! Donation by Tankie 23/05/08  

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Best of Luck Donation by Ian McLennan 23/05/08  

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Enjoy the top of the world, you are an inspiration Donation by NH 23/05/08  

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Best of luck Donation by John Caseley 23/05/08  

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Thank you for showing us what is possible and what can be achieved. Best of luck to all three of you Donation by Alex and Anne Lise 23/05/08  

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