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On Sunday 20 December 2015, Reigate resident Steve Murphy set off on the world’s toughest row and ultimate test in mental and physical endurance, the Talisker Whisky Atlantic Challenge, as a solo rower to raise money for YMCA East Surrey. Steve battled 30–50 ft waves, huge storms, intense heat, physical and mental fatigue, sleep deprivation…