Owain Wyn Evans is on the final stretch of his 400-mile Children in Need challenge, the Four Nations Cycle, which has raised nearly £3 million so far. The Welsh presenter is cycling through south Wales today and is due to finish in the heart of Cardiff later this morning, where he is set to receive a special welcome.
Princess of Wales sends message of support
The Princess of Wales appeared on BBC Radio 2 on Friday morning to wish the 42-year-old broadcaster well, speaking in his native Welsh. Her message, translated to English, said: "Hi Owain, it's Catherine, you're doing so well. Keep going! Wishing you all the very best!"
Owain, who has been cycling through Scotland, Northern Ireland, England and Wales, responded emotionally when he learned his fundraising total had reached £2.9 million. "No way! Oh my gosh! Oh, thank you guys," he said. "I just can't believe it. I can't take it in. I'm just an emotional wreck."
Gratitude to donors
He added: "Thanks to each and every one of you - I'm so grateful to be a part of this thing. Thanks to everyone who has donated and has sent a message."
The challenge has seen Owain travel 400 miles across the four nations, and he is expected to complete the journey in Cardiff later this morning.
