A TikTok star and wine enthusiast named Tom Gilbey has gone viral after completing the London Marathon and stopping every mile to taste a different wine. Gilbey, who has over 90,000 followers on TikTok, set himself the goal of tasting 25 different wines throughout the 26.2-mile course. Despite the added challenge, Gilbey managed to cross the finish line in an impressive time of four hours, 41 minutes, and 12 seconds.
Gilbey documented his journey on TikTok, posting a two-and-a-half-minute video that has since gone viral with over 250,000 likes. In the video, Gilbey can be seen swigging from a glass of red wine at the starting line and declaring that he will be doing “26 wines, one per mile.” Gilbey kept to his promise, tasting a different wine at each mile marker and even attempting to identify each wine after taking a sip. He correctly guessed seven of the wines, was mostly correct on 14, and got four wrong.
Gilbey’s impressive feat has earned him praise from fans on TikTok, who were amazed by his endurance and determination. Many commented on the video, with one saying, “True legend. I’ve tried doing beers before. I made it about four before I was like I can run or drink but not both.” Another added, “This is peak Britishness 😂.”
Gilbey’s marathon challenge was not only a personal accomplishment but also a fundraiser for the Sobell House hospice. He has raised over £10,000 for the charity so far, and the donation link remains open in his TikTok bio. Gilbey’s story is an inspiring example of how one can push their limits and achieve great things while also making a positive impact on the world.
