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Calculated Shard: 80 (from laksa008)

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curl -X POST \
  'http://laksa080.int.ahrefs:8124/' \
  -H 'Content-Type: text/plain' \
  -H 'X-ClickHouse-Database: crawler3' \
  -H 'Authorization: Basic YXBpOg==' \
  -d 'SELECT getAhrefsURLFromUnparsed(src_unparsed) AS found_url, ifNull(toUnixTimestamp(download_stamp), 0) AS crawl_time, ifNull(toUnixTimestamp(props_url_first_seen), 0) AS first_indexed_time, download_http_code AS http_code, src_unparsed AS src_unparsed, src_root_hash AS src_root_hash, history_drop_reason AS history_drop_reason, meta_title AS meta_title, meta_descriptions AS meta_descriptions, attrs_boilerpipe_text AS attrs_boilerpipe_text, attrs_markdown AS attrs_markdown, attrs_readable_markdown AS attrs_readable_markdown, meta_canonical AS meta_canonical, ml_categories_json AS ml_categories_json, ml_types_json AS ml_types_json, ml_intent_types_json AS ml_intent_types_json, meta_language AS meta_language, attrs_author AS attrs_author, ifNull(toUnixTimestamp(attrs_publish_time), 0) AS attrs_publish_time, ifNull(toUnixTimestamp(attrs_original_publish_time), 0) AS attrs_original_publish_time, ifNull(attrs_is_republished, 0) AS attrs_is_republished, ifNull(attrs_nr_words, 0) AS attrs_nr_words, ifNull(attrs_boilerpipe_nr_words, 0) AS attrs_boilerpipe_nr_words, ifNull(body_ext_links_number, 0) AS body_ext_links_number, ifNull(body_int_links_number, 0) AS body_int_links_number, ifNull(meta_nofollow, 0) AS meta_nofollow, ifNull(meta_noarchive, 0) AS meta_noarchive, ifNull(props_was_rendered, 0) AS props_was_rendered, ifNull(src_redirect, \'\') AS src_redirect, ifNull(download_time_msec, 0) AS download_time_msec, ifNull(download_ttfb_msec, 0) AS download_ttfb_msec, ifNull(download_size, 0) AS download_size FROM crawler3.page_info_local FINAL PREWHERE (src_root_hash, src_unparsed) IN ((getAhrefsRootHashFromUnparsed(getAhrefsUnparsedNoserviceFromURL(\'https://evoke.ie/2026/03/05/news/sport/gaa-mount-everest-padraig\')), getAhrefsUnparsedNoserviceFromURL(\'https://evoke.ie/2026/03/05/news/sport/gaa-mount-everest-padraig\'))) FORMAT JSONEachRow'

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{"found_url":"https:\/\/evoke.ie\/2026\/03\/05\/news\/sport\/gaa-mount-everest-padraig","crawl_time":1777019557,"first_indexed_time":1772746814,"http_code":200,"src_unparsed":"ie,evoke!\/2026\/03\/05\/news\/sport\/gaa-mount-everest-padraig s443","src_root_hash":"14751726047978126480","history_drop_reason":null,"meta_title":"Former GAA star has one big fear ahead of Everest climb","meta_descriptions":["He is no stranger to a challenge, but former GAA star Pádraig O'Hora is about to face a test of patience and strength like no other - and it isn't his trip to"],"attrs_boilerpipe_text":"By\nSinead Dalton\non\n5th March 2026\nin\nHe is no stranger to a challenge, but former GAA star Pádraig O'Hora is about to face a test of patience and strength like no other - and it isn't his trip to Mount Everest.\nStepping away from football in 2024, Pádraig has been focusing on a different sport that puts the mind and body to the test.\nThis month, Pádraig will take part in an expedition to climb the highest mountain in the world, but his biggest fear is not the cold temperatures or lack of oxygen.\nPic: Padraig Ohora\/Instagram\nThe former corner-back is taking part in this challenge to raise funds and awareness for the Mayo Mental Health Association, an organisation close to his heart, as the sports star has been very open about his own mental health in the past.\nTraining the body is one thing, but the mind and the heart are another. Chatting to\nEVOKE\n, he told us how his biggest fear is being homesick and not seeing his children for several weeks.\nDad of Caiden, 13, Mila-Rae, eight, and Sadie, three, Padraig said he has been working with a psychologist on how to deal with these thoughts and emotions while away.\nPadraig O'Hora and partner Róisín's kids. Pic: Supplied\nLooking at it in a positive light, he said: 'You have to remember it's a long, long way away and we still have things that other people didn't have 10, 15, 20 years ago. They can be with us. I can video call the kids every single day. I'll be out of contact with them for maybe two or three days, but for 80 per cent of the trip I'll be able to stay in communication.'\nIf he's feeling low and unable to contact home, Pádraig has this covered. In his bag, he will bring 'a couple of letters with me from them [his kids]', to get him through the tough times.\nAs for the kids, Dad has thought about them as well. 'I've left a few bits and pieces from me, like voice notes, so that they know he is always there. that make girls at night or whatever, like all those voice notes.'\nMayo footballer Pádraig O'Hora plays with his daughter Mila-Rae, Pic: Piaras Ó Mídheach\/Sportsfile\nKnowing that this challenge can be dangerous, Pádraig is aware that there are two sides to this task - a selfish and selfless side.\n'There's a lot of selflessness, and I think it's going to do a huge amount for the kids who are at the forefront of this and for a lot of other people, but you also have to acknowledge the kind of selfish aspect to it, too.'\nThis is something Padraig wants to do for others, but understands that time away from dad may be hard.\nHowever, the former footballer knows how important this trip is, and if he decides to go again in a few years, his daughter Mila-Rae will be right there beside him, climbing to the top.\nPádraig O’Hora of Mayo with Mila-Rae, age 5, and Sadie-Rose, age 1, Pic: Seb Daly\/Sportsfile\n'She's very conscious of it because she's done a lot of hiking with me. We've done a good bit of climbing together, and I think she has a pretty good understanding for an 8-year-old of what is and what risks are involved.'\nJust like her dad, though, she loves to get out and about in nature and when it's done for a good cause, that is even better.\nHeading on the expedition on March 30, Pádraig will climb the 8,848 metre ascent, proving that even the most daunting personal mountains can be climbed.\nGood luck, Pádraig!\nListen to our Podcasts","attrs_markdown":"![](https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/tr?id=308044773303435&ev=PageView&noscript=1)\n\n[Podcast](https:\/\/evoke.ie\/tag\/inspire-podcast)[Newsletter](https:\/\/evoke.ie\/newsletter-signup\/)[Sampling & Survey Panel](https:\/\/www.surveymonkey.com\/r\/Q3DDJ3S)\n\n[![Evoke logo](https:\/\/evoke.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/evoke-logo-retina.png)](https:\/\/evoke.ie\/)\n\n[![Instagram logo](https:\/\/evoke.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/500px-Instagram-Icon.webp)](https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/evokedotie\/)[![Facebook logo](https:\/\/evoke.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/500px-Facebook_icon.png)](https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/Evokedotie\/)\n\n- [Entertainment](https:\/\/evoke.ie\/entertainment)\n  - 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[Video](https:\/\/evoke.ie\/news\/video-extra)\n  - [Sport](https:\/\/evoke.ie\/news\/sport)\n- [Weddings](https:\/\/onefabday.com\/)\n- [Inspire](https:\/\/evoke.ie\/inspire)\n- [Shop](https:\/\/evoke.ie\/evoke-shopping)\n\n[![Instagram logo](https:\/\/evoke.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/500px-Instagram-Icon.webp)](https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/evokedotie\/)\n\n[![Evoke logo](https:\/\/evoke.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/evoke-logo-retina.png)](https:\/\/evoke.ie\/)\n# Former GAA star says missing his children is his biggest fear ahead of Everest climb\n![](https:\/\/evoke.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/SnapInsta-Ai_3779679049207645308.jpg?w=768)\n\n![](https:\/\/evoke.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/sinead-head-shot-1-2.jpg?w=181)\n\nBy\n\n[Sinead Dalton](https:\/\/evoke.ie\/author\/sinead-dalton \"Posts by Sinead Dalton\")\n\non\n\n5th March 2026\n\nin\n\n[Sport](https:\/\/evoke.ie\/news\/sport)\n\n![](https:\/\/evoke.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/sinead-head-shot-1-2.jpg?w=181)\n\nBy\n\nSinead Dalton\n\non\n\n5th March 2026\n\nin\n\n[Sport](https:\/\/evoke.ie\/news\/sport)\n\nHe is no stranger to a challenge, but former GAA star Pádraig O'Hora is about to face a test of patience and strength like no other - and it isn't his trip to Mount Everest.\n\nStepping away from football in 2024, Pádraig has been focusing on a different sport that puts the mind and body to the test.\n\nToday's top videos\n\nThis month, Pádraig will take part in an expedition to climb the highest mountain in the world, but his biggest fear is not the cold temperatures or lack of oxygen.\n\n![Pic: Padraig Ohora\/Instagram](https:\/\/evoke.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Screenshot_20260305-151039.jpg?w=500)\n\nPic: Padraig Ohora\/Instagram\n\nThe former corner-back is taking part in this challenge to raise funds and awareness for the Mayo Mental Health Association, an organisation close to his heart, as the sports star has been very open about his own mental health in the past.\n\nTraining the body is one thing, but the mind and the heart are another. Chatting to **[EVOKE](http:\/\/www.evoke.ie\/)**, he told us how his biggest fear is being homesick and not seeing his children for several weeks.\n\nDad of Caiden, 13, Mila-Rae, eight, and Sadie, three, Padraig said he has been working with a psychologist on how to deal with these thoughts and emotions while away.\n\n![Padraig O'Hora and partner Róisín's kids. Pic: Supplied](https:\/\/evoke.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/IMG-20231026-WA0006.jpg?w=900)\n\nPadraig O'Hora and partner Róisín's kids. Pic: Supplied\n\nLooking at it in a positive light, he said: 'You have to remember it's a long, long way away and we still have things that other people didn't have 10, 15, 20 years ago. They can be with us. I can video call the kids every single day. I'll be out of contact with them for maybe two or three days, but for 80 per cent of the trip I'll be able to stay in communication.'\n\nIf he's feeling low and unable to contact home, Pádraig has this covered. In his bag, he will bring 'a couple of letters with me from them \\[his kids\\]', to get him through the tough times.\n\nAs for the kids, Dad has thought about them as well. 'I've left a few bits and pieces from me, like voice notes, so that they know he is always there. that make girls at night or whatever, like all those voice notes.'\n\n![Mayo footballer Pádraig O'Hora plays with his daughter Mila-Rae, age 5, at half-time during the challenge match between Mayo and Sligo at James Stephen's Park in Ballina, Mayo. Pic: Piaras Ó Mídheach\/Sportsfile](https:\/\/evoke.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/2405885.jpg?w=500)\n\nMayo footballer Pádraig O'Hora plays with his daughter Mila-Rae, Pic: Piaras Ó Mídheach\/Sportsfile\n\nKnowing that this challenge can be dangerous, Pádraig is aware that there are two sides to this task - a selfish and selfless side.\n\n'There's a lot of selflessness, and I think it's going to do a huge amount for the kids who are at the forefront of this and for a lot of other people, but you also have to acknowledge the kind of selfish aspect to it, too.'\n\nThis is something Padraig wants to do for others, but understands that time away from dad may be hard.\n\nHowever, the former footballer knows how important this trip is, and if he decides to go again in a few years, his daughter Mila-Rae will be right there beside him, climbing to the top.\n\n![Pádraig O’Hora of Mayo with Mila-Rae, age 5, and Sadie-Rose, age 1, after the GAA Football All-Ireland Senior Championship Round 2 match between Mayo and Louth at Hastings Insurance MacHale Park in Castlebar, Mayo. Pic: Seb Daly\/Sportsfile](https:\/\/evoke.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/2529210.jpg?w=500)\n\nPádraig O’Hora of Mayo with Mila-Rae, age 5, and Sadie-Rose, age 1, Pic: Seb Daly\/Sportsfile\n\n'She's very conscious of it because she's done a lot of hiking with me. We've done a good bit of climbing together, and I think she has a pretty good understanding for an 8-year-old of what is and what risks are involved.'\n\nJust like her dad, though, she loves to get out and about in nature and when it's done for a good cause, that is even better.\n\nHeading on the expedition on March 30, Pádraig will climb the 8,848 metre ascent, proving that even the most daunting personal mountains can be climbed.\n\nGood luck, Pádraig\\!\n\n### You Might Also Like\n[How they met: Former Dublin's Philly McMahon would often say his wife was 'a cougar!'](https:\/\/evoke.ie\/2026\/03\/01\/news\/sport\/how-they-met-gaa-philly-mcmahon)\n\n[How they met: Former Dublin's Philly McMahon would often say his wife was 'a cougar!'](https:\/\/evoke.ie\/2026\/03\/01\/news\/sport\/how-they-met-gaa-philly-mcmahon)\n\n[![](https:\/\/evoke.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/EVOKE_MAY_UPDATE.gif)](https:\/\/evoke.ie\/)\n\n### Listen to our 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Stepping away from football in 2024, Pádraig has been focusing on a different sport that puts the mind and body to the test. This month, Pádraig will take part in an expedition to climb the highest mountain in the world, but his biggest fear is not the cold temperatures or lack of oxygen. ![Pic: Padraig Ohora\/Instagram](https:\/\/evoke.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Screenshot_20260305-151039.jpg?w=500) Pic: Padraig Ohora\/Instagram The former corner-back is taking part in this challenge to raise funds and awareness for the Mayo Mental Health Association, an organisation close to his heart, as the sports star has been very open about his own mental health in the past. Training the body is one thing, but the mind and the heart are another. Chatting to **[EVOKE](http:\/\/www.evoke.ie\/)**, he told us how his biggest fear is being homesick and not seeing his children for several weeks. 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'I've left a few bits and pieces from me, like voice notes, so that they know he is always there. that make girls at night or whatever, like all those voice notes.' ![Mayo footballer Pádraig O'Hora plays with his daughter Mila-Rae, age 5, at half-time during the challenge match between Mayo and Sligo at James Stephen's Park in Ballina, Mayo. Pic: Piaras Ó Mídheach\/Sportsfile](https:\/\/evoke.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/2405885.jpg?w=500) Mayo footballer Pádraig O'Hora plays with his daughter Mila-Rae, Pic: Piaras Ó Mídheach\/Sportsfile Knowing that this challenge can be dangerous, Pádraig is aware that there are two sides to this task - a selfish and selfless side. 'There's a lot of selflessness, and I think it's going to do a huge amount for the kids who are at the forefront of this and for a lot of other people, but you also have to acknowledge the kind of selfish aspect to it, too.' This is something Padraig wants to do for others, but understands that time away from dad may be hard. However, the former footballer knows how important this trip is, and if he decides to go again in a few years, his daughter Mila-Rae will be right there beside him, climbing to the top. ![Pádraig O’Hora of Mayo with Mila-Rae, age 5, and Sadie-Rose, age 1, after the GAA Football All-Ireland Senior Championship Round 2 match between Mayo and Louth at Hastings Insurance MacHale Park in Castlebar, Mayo. Pic: Seb Daly\/Sportsfile](https:\/\/evoke.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/2529210.jpg?w=500) Pádraig O’Hora of Mayo with Mila-Rae, age 5, and Sadie-Rose, age 1, Pic: Seb Daly\/Sportsfile 'She's very conscious of it because she's done a lot of hiking with me. We've done a good bit of climbing together, and I think she has a pretty good understanding for an 8-year-old of what is and what risks are involved.' Just like her dad, though, she loves to get out and about in nature and when it's done for a good cause, that is even better. Heading on the expedition on March 30, Pádraig will climb the 8,848 metre ascent, proving that even the most daunting personal mountains can be climbed. 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Boilerpipe Text	By Sinead Dalton on 5th March 2026 in He is no stranger to a challenge, but former GAA star Pádraig O'Hora is about to face a test of patience and strength like no other - and it isn't his trip to Mount Everest. Stepping away from football in 2024, Pádraig has been focusing on a different sport that puts the mind and body to the test. This month, Pádraig will take part in an expedition to climb the highest mountain in the world, but his biggest fear is not the cold temperatures or lack of oxygen. Pic: Padraig Ohora/Instagram The former corner-back is taking part in this challenge to raise funds and awareness for the Mayo Mental Health Association, an organisation close to his heart, as the sports star has been very open about his own mental health in the past. Training the body is one thing, but the mind and the heart are another. Chatting to EVOKE , he told us how his biggest fear is being homesick and not seeing his children for several weeks. Dad of Caiden, 13, Mila-Rae, eight, and Sadie, three, Padraig said he has been working with a psychologist on how to deal with these thoughts and emotions while away. Padraig O'Hora and partner Róisín's kids. Pic: Supplied Looking at it in a positive light, he said: 'You have to remember it's a long, long way away and we still have things that other people didn't have 10, 15, 20 years ago. They can be with us. I can video call the kids every single day. I'll be out of contact with them for maybe two or three days, but for 80 per cent of the trip I'll be able to stay in communication.' If he's feeling low and unable to contact home, Pádraig has this covered. In his bag, he will bring 'a couple of letters with me from them [his kids]', to get him through the tough times. As for the kids, Dad has thought about them as well. 'I've left a few bits and pieces from me, like voice notes, so that they know he is always there. that make girls at night or whatever, like all those voice notes.' Mayo footballer Pádraig O'Hora plays with his daughter Mila-Rae, Pic: Piaras Ó Mídheach/Sportsfile Knowing that this challenge can be dangerous, Pádraig is aware that there are two sides to this task - a selfish and selfless side. 'There's a lot of selflessness, and I think it's going to do a huge amount for the kids who are at the forefront of this and for a lot of other people, but you also have to acknowledge the kind of selfish aspect to it, too.' This is something Padraig wants to do for others, but understands that time away from dad may be hard. However, the former footballer knows how important this trip is, and if he decides to go again in a few years, his daughter Mila-Rae will be right there beside him, climbing to the top. Pádraig O’Hora of Mayo with Mila-Rae, age 5, and Sadie-Rose, age 1, Pic: Seb Daly/Sportsfile 'She's very conscious of it because she's done a lot of hiking with me. We've done a good bit of climbing together, and I think she has a pretty good understanding for an 8-year-old of what is and what risks are involved.' Just like her dad, though, she loves to get out and about in nature and when it's done for a good cause, that is even better. Heading on the expedition on March 30, Pádraig will climb the 8,848 metre ascent, proving that even the most daunting personal mountains can be climbed. Good luck, Pádraig! Listen to our Podcasts
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Dad of Caiden, 13, Mila-Rae, eight, and Sadie, three, Padraig said he has been working with a psychologist on how to deal with these thoughts and emotions while away. ![Padraig O'Hora and partner Róisín's kids. Pic: Supplied](https://evoke.ie/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/IMG-20231026-WA0006.jpg?w=900) Padraig O'Hora and partner Róisín's kids. Pic: Supplied Looking at it in a positive light, he said: 'You have to remember it's a long, long way away and we still have things that other people didn't have 10, 15, 20 years ago. They can be with us. I can video call the kids every single day. I'll be out of contact with them for maybe two or three days, but for 80 per cent of the trip I'll be able to stay in communication.' If he's feeling low and unable to contact home, Pádraig has this covered. In his bag, he will bring 'a couple of letters with me from them \[his kids\]', to get him through the tough times. As for the kids, Dad has thought about them as well. 'I've left a few bits and pieces from me, like voice notes, so that they know he is always there. that make girls at night or whatever, like all those voice notes.' ![Mayo footballer Pádraig O'Hora plays with his daughter Mila-Rae, age 5, at half-time during the challenge match between Mayo and Sligo at James Stephen's Park in Ballina, Mayo. Pic: Piaras Ó Mídheach/Sportsfile](https://evoke.ie/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/2405885.jpg?w=500) Mayo footballer Pádraig O'Hora plays with his daughter Mila-Rae, Pic: Piaras Ó Mídheach/Sportsfile Knowing that this challenge can be dangerous, Pádraig is aware that there are two sides to this task - a selfish and selfless side. 'There's a lot of selflessness, and I think it's going to do a huge amount for the kids who are at the forefront of this and for a lot of other people, but you also have to acknowledge the kind of selfish aspect to it, too.' This is something Padraig wants to do for others, but understands that time away from dad may be hard. However, the former footballer knows how important this trip is, and if he decides to go again in a few years, his daughter Mila-Rae will be right there beside him, climbing to the top. ![Pádraig O’Hora of Mayo with Mila-Rae, age 5, and Sadie-Rose, age 1, after the GAA Football All-Ireland Senior Championship Round 2 match between Mayo and Louth at Hastings Insurance MacHale Park in Castlebar, Mayo. Pic: Seb Daly/Sportsfile](https://evoke.ie/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/2529210.jpg?w=500) Pádraig O’Hora of Mayo with Mila-Rae, age 5, and Sadie-Rose, age 1, Pic: Seb Daly/Sportsfile 'She's very conscious of it because she's done a lot of hiking with me. We've done a good bit of climbing together, and I think she has a pretty good understanding for an 8-year-old of what is and what risks are involved.' Just like her dad, though, she loves to get out and about in nature and when it's done for a good cause, that is even better. Heading on the expedition on March 30, Pádraig will climb the 8,848 metre ascent, proving that even the most daunting personal mountains can be climbed. 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Readable Markdown	![](https://evoke.ie/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/SnapInsta-Ai_3779679049207645308.jpg?w=768) ![](https://evoke.ie/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/sinead-head-shot-1-2.jpg?w=181) By Sinead Dalton on 5th March 2026 in He is no stranger to a challenge, but former GAA star Pádraig O'Hora is about to face a test of patience and strength like no other - and it isn't his trip to Mount Everest. Stepping away from football in 2024, Pádraig has been focusing on a different sport that puts the mind and body to the test. This month, Pádraig will take part in an expedition to climb the highest mountain in the world, but his biggest fear is not the cold temperatures or lack of oxygen. ![Pic: Padraig Ohora/Instagram](https://evoke.ie/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Screenshot_20260305-151039.jpg?w=500) Pic: Padraig Ohora/Instagram The former corner-back is taking part in this challenge to raise funds and awareness for the Mayo Mental Health Association, an organisation close to his heart, as the sports star has been very open about his own mental health in the past. Training the body is one thing, but the mind and the heart are another. Chatting to [EVOKE](http://www.evoke.ie/), he told us how his biggest fear is being homesick and not seeing his children for several weeks. Dad of Caiden, 13, Mila-Rae, eight, and Sadie, three, Padraig said he has been working with a psychologist on how to deal with these thoughts and emotions while away. ![Padraig O'Hora and partner Róisín's kids. Pic: Supplied](https://evoke.ie/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/IMG-20231026-WA0006.jpg?w=900) Padraig O'Hora and partner Róisín's kids. Pic: Supplied Looking at it in a positive light, he said: 'You have to remember it's a long, long way away and we still have things that other people didn't have 10, 15, 20 years ago. They can be with us. I can video call the kids every single day. I'll be out of contact with them for maybe two or three days, but for 80 per cent of the trip I'll be able to stay in communication.' If he's feeling low and unable to contact home, Pádraig has this covered. In his bag, he will bring 'a couple of letters with me from them \[his kids\]', to get him through the tough times. As for the kids, Dad has thought about them as well. 'I've left a few bits and pieces from me, like voice notes, so that they know he is always there. that make girls at night or whatever, like all those voice notes.' ![Mayo footballer Pádraig O'Hora plays with his daughter Mila-Rae, age 5, at half-time during the challenge match between Mayo and Sligo at James Stephen's Park in Ballina, Mayo. Pic: Piaras Ó Mídheach/Sportsfile](https://evoke.ie/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/2405885.jpg?w=500) Mayo footballer Pádraig O'Hora plays with his daughter Mila-Rae, Pic: Piaras Ó Mídheach/Sportsfile Knowing that this challenge can be dangerous, Pádraig is aware that there are two sides to this task - a selfish and selfless side. 'There's a lot of selflessness, and I think it's going to do a huge amount for the kids who are at the forefront of this and for a lot of other people, but you also have to acknowledge the kind of selfish aspect to it, too.' This is something Padraig wants to do for others, but understands that time away from dad may be hard. However, the former footballer knows how important this trip is, and if he decides to go again in a few years, his daughter Mila-Rae will be right there beside him, climbing to the top. ![Pádraig O’Hora of Mayo with Mila-Rae, age 5, and Sadie-Rose, age 1, after the GAA Football All-Ireland Senior Championship Round 2 match between Mayo and Louth at Hastings Insurance MacHale Park in Castlebar, Mayo. Pic: Seb Daly/Sportsfile](https://evoke.ie/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/2529210.jpg?w=500) Pádraig O’Hora of Mayo with Mila-Rae, age 5, and Sadie-Rose, age 1, Pic: Seb Daly/Sportsfile 'She's very conscious of it because she's done a lot of hiking with me. We've done a good bit of climbing together, and I think she has a pretty good understanding for an 8-year-old of what is and what risks are involved.' Just like her dad, though, she loves to get out and about in nature and when it's done for a good cause, that is even better. Heading on the expedition on March 30, Pádraig will climb the 8,848 metre ascent, proving that even the most daunting personal mountains can be climbed. Good luck, Pádraig\! 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