Summary
Clarke Reynolds, a blind marathon runner, plans to participate in the Brighton Marathon using smart glasses connected to volunteers who will guide him in real time. Reynolds, who creates braille art, previously completed the London Marathon with a physical guide. He aims to raise awareness about sight loss and is supported by a charity called Fight for Sight.
Key Facts
- Clarke Reynolds is a blind runner and art creator who uses braille in his works.
- He plans to run the Brighton Marathon with the help of smart glasses and an app called Be My Eyes.
- The app connects him to sighted volunteers worldwide who guide him during the race.
- Reynolds completed the London Marathon with a physical guide three years ago.
- He works with Fight for Sight, a charity funding sight loss research, as an ambassador.
- The smart glasses have a camera that lets volunteers see what he sees and give directions in real time.
- Over 100 volunteers from different countries are supporting him, including some from as far as Jordan.
- There is a backup guide runner available in case the technology fails on race day.
