Maltese endurance athlete Fabio is continuing to push his limits in an extraordinary display of determination, maintaining first place in a gruelling DECA race after seven days of non-stop competition.At the 168-hour mark, Fabio has already completed a staggering 38km swim and 1,800km cycle, while covering 160km of the 422km running segment.Despite the physical exhaustion and challenging heat, the Maltese athlete has reportedly stepped up his pace, maintaining a steady and determined jog as he continues his push towards the finish line.According to the latest update shared at 5pm local time, Fabio remains in first place, holding a 14km advantage over the athlete chasing him. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Lovin Malta (@lovinmalta)However, the battle for the top spot remains intense, with the gap keeping the pressure on as the competitors enter the final stages of the race.Fabio’s ambition has remained unchanged since the moment he entered the water to begin the challenge: to win the DECA.But beyond the sporting achievement, the Maltese athlete is also competing for a cause close to his heart.Through Project 100, Fabio is raising funds to support animal shelters, turning his extraordinary endurance challenge into an opportunity to help animals in need.Despite having little time to stop as he continues running, Fabio made sure to thank everyone who has been following his journey and contributing towards the initiative.His team said the recent influx of donations has provided an additional source of motivation, giving him something more than a sporting victory to fight for.With 262km still to go in the running segment, Fabio faces another enormous physical and mental challenge as he attempts to maintain his lead and secure victory. Please Help and Donate to Animal Shelters:TYPE ” FABIO ”Public donations via:Revolut or Bov: +356 99816248Paypal: rarmalta@gmail.comPaypal: https://paypal.me/RealAnimalRights?locale.x=en_USSMS donations€ 2.33 | 50617312€ 4.66 | 50618075€ 6.99 | 50618923€ 11.65 | 50619260Bank TransferBOV IBAN : MT40VALL22013000000050010082877Keep pushing, Fabio! Malta is rooting for you! •