Hamed Mahdianfar
- National: 89th
- State: 14th in WA
I'm Riding For
Soren
In Loving Memory of Soren I ride for my son, Soren—a bright, curious, and joyful soul whose smile lit up every room. Though his time with us was heartbreakingly short, his spirit continues to guide me every day. Soren faced leukemia with unimaginable courage, and even in the darkest moments, he radiated love and light. His bravery, laughter, and gentle heart are forever etched in mine. This ride is for him. For the dreams he never got to chase. For the stories he never got to tell. For the future he deserved. Every kilometre I pedal is a promise: To fight for children like Soren. To support families walking the hardest path. To help build a world where no child has to face cancer. Soren, this is for you. Your light lives on in every ride, every donation, and every act of kindness. You are missed beyond words, loved beyond measure, and remembered always.
My Story
This October, I’ll be riding in the Great Cycle Challenge for the 7th year to help fight kids’ cancer, and I’m asking for your support once again.
For most people, this challenge is about cycling. For me, it’s about remembering my son, Soren.
Soren was our beautiful little boy. He was full of joy, curiosity, laughter, and a smile that could light up even the darkest day. In 2019, at just two years old, he was diagnosed with leukemia. Overnight, our lives changed forever.
Like every parent, we dreamed of watching him grow up, start school, make friends, chase his dreams, and build a future. Instead, we found ourselves in a battle no family should ever have to face. Despite his incredible courage and the unwavering efforts of those caring for him, we lost our precious boy far too soon.
There isn’t a day that goes by that I don’t think about Soren. I miss his smile, his laughter, his hugs, and all the moments we never got to share. While the pain of losing him never fades, this challenge gives me a way to honour his memory and turn heartbreak into hope.
Every kilometre I ride is for Soren. It’s for the children still fighting cancer, for the families sitting beside hospital beds, and for the parents praying for more time with the ones they love most.
No child should have to endure cancer. No family should have to experience the loss of a child.
That’s why I ride. And that’s why I’m asking for your help.
Your donation, no matter the size, will help fund vital research to develop better treatments and ultimately find a cure. Together, we can give more children the chance to grow up, create memories, and live the lives they deserve.
Thank you for supporting my ride, for remembering Soren, and for helping bring hope to families facing the unimaginable.
This October, I ride for my son. I ride for every child battling cancer. I ride because every child deserves the chance to grow up.
With heartfelt gratitude,
Hamed
My Legacy
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174 km Ridden$2,363 Raised2020
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203 km Ridden$1,753 Raised2021
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241 km Ridden$4,016 Raised2022
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356 km Ridden$3,042 Raised2023
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294 km Ridden$9,522 Raised2024
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223 km Ridden$5,732 Raised2025
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161 km Ridden$3,594 Raised2026
My Challenge
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Cycling for a Cause, Volunteering for a Purpose ❤️
18 Oct 2026I had practised and was all set to ride my bike to RAC Arena for Telethon. However, when I started thinking through the logistics — changing clothes, finding somewhere to park my bike, and everything in between — it seemed a little more challenging than expected!
So, I decided to split my cycling into two sessions, one in the morning and another in the afternoon, and drive to RAC Arena instead. It felt like a better plan, allowing me to keep up with my Great Cycle Challenge kilometres without arriving too tired to answer calls. After all, I needed to save some energy for the other important part of the day!
Last weekend was Telethon weekend, and I had the pleasure of volunteering at the Telethon call centre alongside the wonderful families of the Kids Cancer Support Group (KCSG). This was my fifth consecutive year volunteering, and the atmosphere was as fantastic as ever!
A big shout-out to Richard and the entire KCSG team for the incredible work they do in organising these events and raising funds to support families dealing with childhood cancer at Perth Children’s Hospital. Their dedication and the positive energy everyone brings to the event are truly inspiring.
Being part of this community is a powerful reminder of why these efforts matter. Every kilometre I ride and every hour spent volunteering is a small contribution towards a cause that means so much to me.
Thank you to everyone who continues to support the Great Cycle Challenge and the fight against childhood cancer. Together, we can make a difference, one ride, one call, and one donation at a time. ❤️
Every kilometre counts. Every contribution matters. Let’s kick cancer’s butt! 🚴♂️💛
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10.2 km ride - Trigg beach - Sunday, October 18, 2026
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12.3 km ride - Trigg beach - Sunday, October 18, 2026
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4.2 km ride - Karrinyup - Saturday, October 17, 2026
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🚴♂️ A Chilly Morning, a Warming Lake, and a New Challenge!
16 Oct 2026This morning’s early ride took me past Lake Gwelup, where the lake seemed to be slowly warming up as the day began. The weather was a little chilly, but honestly, it was great riding weather! There’s something special about being out early, enjoying the fresh air, watching the world wake up, and getting another ride in for a good cause. 💙
I’m starting to get into the rhythm of these rides now, and I’m really enjoying it. The biggest challenge at the moment? Finding the time! Between work, family, and everything else going on, fitting in enough kilometres takes a bit of planning.
This Sunday, I’ll also be volunteering at the Telethon call centre at RAC Arena. It’s another wonderful opportunity to support an important cause, and I’m looking forward to being part of it.
Now I’m wondering if I can combine the two challenges and ride all the way to RAC Arena and back! 🚴♂️ It sounds like a great goal, but I need to be realistic about the distance and make sure I’m ready for it. I guess tomorrow’s ride will be a good opportunity to practise a little more and see how I go.
One ride at a time, one kilometre at a time, and one step closer to making a difference for kids facing cancer.
Thank you to everyone who has donated, shared my journey, or sent words of encouragement. Your support keeps me going, especially on those chilly mornings when the alarm goes off!
Every kilometre counts. Every dollar counts. Together, we can help kick cancer’s butt! 💛
#GreatCycleChallenge #KidsCancerResearch #KickCancerButt #LakeGwelup #TelethonWA
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7.8 km ride - Gwelup and surrounding - Friday, October 16, 2026
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Chasing Sunsets on the West Coast 🌅🚴♂️
14 Oct 2026One of the most beautiful sunsets in the world has to be right here in Western Australia. They are simply breathtaking — colourful, captivating, and never quite the same. We are so fortunate to live close enough to the coast to enjoy them regularly. Perhaps because we see them so often, they can sometimes become part of our everyday routine, just another evening coming to an end. But for me, they never lose their magic, and they never disappoint.
Yesterday evening’s ride was another great one. The weather was kind, the conditions were good, and there were signs that the warmer days are on their way. Riding along the coast as the day winds down, with the beautiful WA sunset as a backdrop, is a reminder of how lucky we are.
Every ride is another opportunity to enjoy these little moments, stay committed to the challenge, and keep pedalling for a cause that means so much to me. ❤️
Every kilometre counts in the fight against kids’ cancer. Thank you to everyone who continues to support my Great Cycle Challenge journey and helps turn these rides into something bigger than just cycling.
For Soren, and for all the kids fighting cancer. 💙
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8.5 km ride - Sunset ride to Trigg Beach - Tuesday, October 13, 2026
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7.2 km ride - Morning - Gwelup - Tuesday, October 13, 2026
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Sunday Ride – The 100 km Milestone 🚴♂️
11 Oct 2026Sunday greeted us with much better weather, so I woke up, got ready, and headed out for my ride.
Today, I had one goal in mind: reach 100 km. And finally, I did it! 💪
I rode around Karrinyup towards Trigg Beach, enjoying the ride, the fresh air, and the beautiful coastal scenery. It was a great ride, and reaching that 100 km milestone made it even more rewarding.
Every kilometre I ride during the Great Cycle Challenge is for a bigger purpose — helping kids with cancer and honouring Soren’s memory. Some rides are about pushing through the tough conditions, while others remind us how beautiful the journey can be.
Today was a little bit of both: a beautiful ride, a personal milestone, and another step towards making a difference.
100 km done. More kilometres to go. One mission: kick cancer’s butt! 💛
Posted 8 days ago
My Sponsors
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Kick Cancer's Butt Day Matching Donation
“Here's your matched donation from our generous supporters. THANK YOU so much for your awesome efforts to kick cancer's butt!”
$1,395.20Received this donation 12 days ago
Hamed
“Thanks for matching donation! appreciate great support!”
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Shahram
“Go Strong Hamed!”
$300Received this donation 12 days ago
Hamed
“Thanks Shahram Jan! appreciate your kind and generous support!”
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Mohamed Ilyas
“Hamed, All the best with your ride for worthy cause and target.”
$150Received this donation 13 days ago
Hamed
“Thanks Mohamed! appreciate your support and generous donation!”
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Bo Dolman
$103.50Received this donation 17 days ago
Hamed
“Thanks Bo. Appreciate your support and generous donation”
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Brad McNess
$103.50Received this donation 13 days ago
Hamed
“Thanks Brad!”
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Helena Koba
“Such a worthy cause. Good luck Hamed.”
$103.50Received this donation 13 days ago
Hamed
“Thanks Helena! appreciate your kind and generous support!”
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In loving memory of Sweet Soren, the little angle.🦋
$103.50Received this donation 13 days ago
Hamed
“Forever loved, forever missed, forever inspiring... my little angel Soren!”
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Jamie Berger
“Great cause Hamed. Good luck with the riding.”
$103.50Received this donation 11 days ago
Hamed
“Thanks Jamie for your support and generous donation mate!”
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Nils Convert
“Happy to support such a great cause. Best of luck with the ride Hamed and hope you get to raise plenty of funds mate!”
$103.50Received this donation 12 days ago
Hamed
“Thanks Nils for your kind support and generous donation!”
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Phoebe Anderson
“You are amazing Hamed! Very happy to support this worthy cause as you honour your son and help other families facing such hardship.”
$103.50Received this donation 14 days ago
Hamed
“Thanks Phoebe for your kind words, and generous donation!”
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Zagros Homes
“I hope one day we see a cure for cancer. You have our full Support Hamed”
$100Received this donation 12 days ago
Hamed
“Thanks Aidin jan and Zagros Homes for your kind support and generous donation!”
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Amy Seth
“Wishing you all the best for the ride Hamed. It's inspiring to see you taking on this challenge to support such an important cause. Wishing you a safe and successful ride.”
$51.75Received this donation 13 days ago
Hamed
“Thanks Amy for kind words and generous support.”
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Anonymous
$51.75Received this donation 18 days ago
Hamed
“Thanks for your kind support and generous donation”
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Hamid Mahdianfar
$51.75Received this donation 16 days ago
Hamed
“Appreciate your kind and generous donation Hamid jan! going strong for Soren”
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Helen Skuse
“All the best with the challenge Hamed.”
$51.75Received this donation 15 days ago
Hamed
“Thanks Helen, appreciate your generous support!”
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Javad Marouf
$51.75Received this donation 13 days ago
Hamed
“Thanks Javad jan for your kind support and generous donation”
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Kie P.
“Such a worthy cause. Stay strong Hamed, and hopefully you can achieve your goal!”
$51.75Received this donation 14 days ago
Hamed
“Thanks Kie for the kind support and generous donation!”
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Marissa Gee
“Good luck with your ride Hamed! I hope the kilometres are kind to you. 🙂”
$51.75Received this donation 13 days ago
Hamed
“Thanks Marissa! your support make it easier for me to keep going...”
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Payam Ghafoori
$51.75Received this donation 13 days ago
Hamed
“Thanks Payam jan! appreciate your kind and generous support!”
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Raja Saber
$51.75Received this donation 11 days ago
Hamed
“Thanks Raja for your kind support and generous donation!”