Brave men and boys painted the streets of Discovery purple as they ran 5km in Speedos with catchy slogans – all for a good cause.

The runners, mostly from the Florida Running Club, started their Hollard Daredevil Run challenge at the Discovery Bowling Club. They ran to Ontdekkers Road and back, with supporters cheering them on along the way.

Now in its 16th year, the initiative unites men across the country in a vibrant show of courage and purpose, raising awareness about prostate and testicular cancer.

Prostate cancer is most common in men over 65, while testicular cancer is the leading cancer among boys and men aged 15 to 22. Black African men also face a 60% higher risk of developing prostate cancer than their white counterparts.

Early detection, however, dramatically improves the chances of recovery and can save lives.

Raising awareness about the importance of early detection is exactly why thousands of men, dressed only in their purple Speedos, took part in the Hollard Daredevil Run.

Florida Running Club chairperson Tessa Shellard applauded the runners, saying the club has supported the initiative for the past five years.

“We do this every year because we have had a lot of members who have been affected by different kinds of cancer,” she explained.

“It’s part of our duty and part of who we are to support a great initiative.

“We’ve seen firsthand the impact of cancer on our members and their families. By participating in the Daredevil Run, we hope to inspire others to take proactive steps towards early detection and treatment,” she said.

As the runners crossed the finish line, their purple Speedos stood as symbols of solidarity, reinforcing the club’s pledge to continue supporting this vital cause.