Ian Laferla and Andrea Scorcia, the team attempting a return crossing Valletta-Pozzallo-Valletta in less than 40 hours, are currently paddling to Malta.

They are expected to arrive at Marsamxett Boat House, next to Sliema-Valletta Ferry) at 8.30pm.

The Kayak for Charity 2014 Challenge got off to a great start yesterday. The team left Marsamxett Harbour at 6am and arrived at Pozzallo at 10pm.

The two men rested for a few hours, did some stretching exercises and left Pozzallo Port at 3am this morning. The Kayak for Charity team is accompanied by a support boat.

Kayak for Charity has been using sports in aid of worthy causes since 2008, and this year's challenge, supported by Frank Salt Real Estate, is in aid of Inspire, the Foundation for Inclusion that helps over 1000 babies, children and adults with learning and physical disabilities, reach their fullest potential by providing educational, therapeutic and leisure services.

To donate and support the challenge visit here or send an SMS with the word “Kayak” to 5061 8080 (€4.66), 5061 8926 (€6.99) or 5061 9215 (€11.65).

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