Emon and Jamiul

After being isolated from the wider family, Emon spent ten years apart from Jamiul, reuniting at a family wedding three months before the race.

Emon used to be a risk-taker and thrill-seeker, and even climbed Mount Everest and Kilimanjaro in his 20s. But as he grew up, his mind turned to making money and running his two businesses.

Jamiul thinks his uncle’s personality and character will get them through the race. His only worry is that they will spend their time arguing which of the two is is better looking.

Why did you decide to take part in Race Across The World?

Emon: My nephew motivated me to do this challenge - since we have rekindled our relationship, it would be a fantastic journey to go on with him and I wouldn’t do this challenge with anyone else. I was a very active explorer back in my twenties, but I’ve recently become lazy in my lifestyle. I also want to do this before starting my own family.

I’m very competitive - I don’t believe in coming in second, I don’t do losing. I am in it to win it.

Jamiul: My main motivation to do this competition is to rebuild a relationship between myself and my uncle. To learn from one of my oldest role models, and understand what it takes to have a winning attitude and boldness.

I like to think that I’m capable of doing whatever it takes to get what I want in terms of working hard and taking risks, but finishing first isn’t necessarily the focus for me, I’d rather make meaningful relationships.

I have always done things with a support system to keep me from falling, so I believe this trip will push both me and my uncle in ways we have never experienced.