Henry's 1,000 round challenge to get him to the kickboxing World Cup
The youngster has set himself a huge challenge to get the money to fund his journey
Kickboxing prodigy Henry Williams is embarking on a tough test throughout February to help fund his way to the World Cup in Italy later this year.
The 13-year-old from Bletchley is in a race against time as he needs to raise £600 to help him to the WAKO (World Association of Kickboxing Organisations) World Cup event in Jesolo in March.
His selection in the event comes after a stunning 2025, where he had 33 podium finishes and is current ECKA National Champion in Light Continuous and Points disciplines.
He also travelled to Athens, Greece, in January and competed which saw him break into the top 50 ranked kickboxers so far this year.
To raise the funds, Henry, who goes to Sir Thomas Fremantle School in Winslow, will spar 1,000 one-minute rounds during February.
“I have been given the incredible opportunity to represent my club and compete internationally at the Italian World Cup,” he said. “This is a huge step in my kickboxing journey. Competing at a WAKO World event means facing some of the best young fighters from across the World and gaining invaluable experience at an elite level.
“It's an honour to be selected, but it also comes with significant costs. I train hard, stay disciplined, and give everything I have on the tatami.
“Any support-no matter how small-will help me take this next step, represent my club proudly, and chase my goals in kickboxing. Every donation and share truly means the world to me and my family.”
The money raised by his intense challenge will go towards travel, accommodation and tournament entry fees. To donate, CLICK HERE