Paddy McGuinness is currently taking part in a Children in Need challenge which involves a lengthy bike ride on a yellow Raleigh chopper.
The comedian, from Bolton, is cycling from Wrexham to Glasgow for his Ultra Endurance Cycle Challenge.
Ahead of the cycling challenge, McGuinness trained with Sir Chris, one of Britain’s greatest cyclists.
Speaking about his training sessions with six-time Olympic champion Sir Chris, he told the PA news agency: “Chris Hoy has been absolutely, as you can imagine with some like him, outstanding, first class, brilliant with his advice.
“I really feel as though everyone’s got behind me on this, and just wants me to do it, so they’re giving me as much help as possible. But it’s been an eye-opener certainly.”
He continued: “When I go on a bike ride with Chris, I really know about it, because he pushes me to my absolute limits.”
The bike McGuinness is riding has been modified as it’s usually made for children, reports the BBC.
Where is Paddy McGuinness today?
At the time of writing, Paddy McGuinness is in Scotland and has just passed Beattock.
You can track him as he continues his route to Glasgow via the BBC’s Paddy tracker here.
What is the distance of Paddy McGuinness’ cycle challenge?
In an effort to raise funds for BBC Children in Need, McGuinness will be cycling a 300-mile route from the start point to his final destination.
The comedian and presenter hopes to arrive at the finish point in Glasgow on Friday, November 15, the BBC shared.
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How much has Paddy McGuinness raised so far?
For Children in Need, Paddy McGuinness' cycle challenge has raised £2,527,607 as of the end of day three (Wednesday, November 13).
He found out the news from BBC Radio 2 presenter Jo Whiley and was shocked after hearing the huge amount of money raised so far.
Upon hearing the amount raised on Wednesday, Paddy said: "Oh, I am so so happy."
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