Shuntelle and Michael
Ex-military and outdoor aficionado Michael, wants to take his five-star travelling girlfriend Shuntelle out of her comfort zone.
| Fact title | Fact data |
|---|---|
| Shuntelle | Project Manager, 40 |
| Michael | Health and Safety Construction Consultant, 47 |
South Londoners Shuntelle and Michael met on Tinder three years ago, but are yet to take the plunge and move in together.
Practical and cautious Shuntelle is used to high-class business travel and the safety of all-inclusive resorts when going on holiday. Whereas ex-military man Michael prefers a bit of danger somewhere in the great outdoors.
This race will be the longest time they've spent together and a huge test to their relationship.
Why did you want to take part in Race Across The World?
Shuntelle: I am 40 and have been sensible all my life. I’ve always made the right choices and never taken any major risks. I’ve entered a new stage in my life and feel I want more. It’s time to move away from the all-inclusive holidays in Jamaica and see what else the world has to offer. I also want to show my boyfriend that I'm not made out of cotton wool.
Michael: To win the competition by doing something that I like to do. We also see this as a test of our relationship and how we get along with each other.
