2000km to Prishtina: A Son’s Pilgrimage for His Father

By Hasan Rrahmani

A 2,000km tribute ride to honour my father and raise awareness for pancreatic cancer.

Just over five years ago, we lost our father, Emin, to pancreatic cancer. His passing left a silence that words couldn’t fill. On the day he died, I felt helpless and unable to ease his pain, unable to change the outcome. But I made a quiet promise to myself: that one day, I would do something to honour him. Something that would carry his memory and legacy forward and offer hope, solidarity, and love to others walking through the same darkness.


This September, I’ll be cycling 2,000km from his home in North London to his resting place in Prishtina, Kosovo. This is not a race, but a pilgrimage of memory and meaning. A journey across borders, that will help spread my father’s legacy of kindness and sacrifice. I’m doing this to raise awareness for pancreatic cancer, to support those affected by it, and to celebrate the life of a man who gave our family so much.


Pancreatic cancer is one of the most aggressive and least understood cancers. Early detection is rare, and treatment options are limited. By supporting this ride, you’re helping fund research, raise awareness, and bring light to families who feel lost in the shadows.


Every kilometre I ride, I will ride for Emin and for his memories. Every donation you give, will bring us closer to a future where fewer families have to say goodbye too soon.


Thank you from the bottom of my heart for being part of this journey.

My donations could fund...

180 hours with a nurse on our Support Line

or

80 hours of early diagnosis research

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Claudia Landsberger

£11.33

Anonymous

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Urim Mripa

Go on Cani , 🤛🏽

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Anonymous

£106

Hayssam Bejjani

Well done legend!!

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Kroki Krokodili

T’thash edhe at dite ma shpejt ishe shku me aeroplan po, s’pi t’perzihna :)

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Jp Raymond

Amazing feat and wonderful mission. Best of luck and thank you for doing this!

£53.32

Lynn Ferguson

Love to the whole team on this amazing journey. No doubt Emin would be proud of you. Faleminderit. x

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Denise Lister

Hope all goes well and thinking of you and all your family on your cycling journey.

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Andy Howarth

Pedal Power ! Amazing and worthy !

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John Otimi

I work with your brother Eki, have a great ride mate!

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Kujtim Xhani

I bashkohem nismës, suksese!"

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Anonymous

Keep it going Hasan, you are doing so well. What a great achievement.

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Sian Kelly Guy

Sending love Hasan x What a beautiful tribute.

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Eki, Genta, Zako & Zana

So proud of you brother. Shame you still support Arsenal :) Our angel of a Dad would've been just as proud and I know he'll be cheering you on every mile.

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Mirlinda Grajqevci

Honoring Axha Emin!

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Arte Retkoceri

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Verror

Go-Go-Go!!!

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Anonymous

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Bekim Pacolli

This is so inspiring, daja Emin would be so proud with you as we all are, bravo Can 👏 be safe in this journey!

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Miranda Namani

So proud of what you’re doing!!

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Jeta Kreka

Me krahe te lehta bac!

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Nour Sleiman

Great cause and Good luck Hasan on your journey. Your father will be watching with pride.

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Marigona Namani

In honor of Axha Emin 🩷

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Emily England

Keep going Hasan! Hope the journey has been smooth so far and the scenery beautiful! You're doing an amazing thing. Emily

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Laurie

Good luck mate, incredible effort!

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Micah

Thanks for the updates! So inspiring. I am sure your dad would be proud!

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Artur

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Ymrane Berisha

Can, you have a big heart and beautiful spirit Be safe on this long trip🙏 Love you, Lani

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Maya Moussawi

What an amazing journey and mission. May you always treasure your father's memory and keep up his legacy, dear Hasan!

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The Wards

Chapeau good sir. Brilliant effort.

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Iulia Nazaria

Every pedal a memory, every kilometre a tribute. You’re doing something beautiful—ride on, Hasan!

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Bhavna Weeks

What an amazing feat to take on in honour of your Dad, Hasan. Bring on the pedal power! Best of luck, Bhavna x

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Samantha Steele

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Mira

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Kashaf Chaudhry

What an amazing thing to do Hasan. Never stop peddling.

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Anonymous

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The Pinchbecks

Best Wishes!

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Kathryn Hobbs

What a wonderful thing to do in memory of your father and for a great cause. Good luck! Kathryn, James, Dylan & Astrid Hobbs X

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Edmund & Family

Best of luck with the epic ride!

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The Bakers (underwood Road)

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Yvonne Gray

All the best Hasan. 👍 Dad would be so proud 🤗

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Hilary Bicknell

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David Aldred

Wishing you a safe and enjoyable journey!

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Vlora

What a fitting tribute to an Amazing man.!!! Go Cani!

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Patrick K

An epic challenge. Best of luck, you’ll smash it!

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Hannah Sweeney

What an amazing thing you’re doing. Good luck Hasan!!!

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Charles Quichaud

Bon voyage connard!

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Laura Reglar

An amazing challenge, wishing you all the best x

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Juliet Waggitt

Good Lick Hasan from Tom, Jules, Amelia and Oliver, an amazing cause - sure you will smash it and have fun too.

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Chris S-w

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Kate Chambers

Good luck Hasan. What an unbelievable challenge. So inspiring and a tribute to your Dad. X

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Grant Henderson

So sorry to hear your news, best of luck with the ride

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Saimon And Family

Good luck with the ride!

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Joseph Oliver

Sending you lots of support for this!

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Mike New Zealand

FORZZA GUYS

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Ross & Fatima

Enjoy the journey Hasan and don’t forget your puncture repair kit!

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Dean Solaiman

Safe travels and best of luck Hasan. No doubt your father is looking down with pride.

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Colin Baker

Good luck Hasan, have fun enjoy your surroundings and keep safe.

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Tim And Alison

Have a fantastic journey and come home safe

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Ed Napier

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Ed Henderson

Good luck Hasan this will be an epic and beautiful journey

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Tabitha Severn

Good luck Hasan. My heart is with you.

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Jess

Good luck! This is incredible and I'll be cheering you on! Wishing you a magical journey x

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Nigel

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Mary, Tom, Freddie And Henry

Enjoy it Hasan, and we look forward to hearing all about it at football training when you’re back!

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Richard Burton

Good luck my main man! May the wind be always at your back and the road slope smoothly to meet your wheels with ease!

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Ben, Lara, Maxi, Darcey And Tammy

Good luck Hasan!

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Gaz Kllokoqi

Bravo 👏

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Medioto

Go go go, Hasan. Wishing you all the best in this pilgrimage. Paul & Toni

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Neshat Ibrahimi

Good luck Cani

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Arton Rr

Well done Can! Klm!

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Adrian

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Lanre

Good luck and well done!

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Driton Rrahmani

This is really special and inspiring journey, Wish you the best on your journey!

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Besnik M

All the best

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Gentë Retkoceri

Paq fat Cani, je ma i miri!

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Cath Hallinan

Hope it goes well and you reach your fundraising target.

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Ian Murty

Best of luck on the ride Hasan!

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Rachel, Steven And Charlie

Go Hasan! Such a special journey. We are very proud of you for taking this on, and hope you enjoy the experience.

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David Fendt

This is a really inspiring endeavour. Wish you all the best on your journey. Lots of love from us x

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Yr

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Warren

Well done Hassan!!

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Jeannie & Robin Savory

Kia kaha Cani xx

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Andy & Gursharn

Awesome that you've taken the plunge with this and best of luck reaching the finishing line! We'll be rooting for you.

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Mash & Soph

Yes Has! Great cause - rinse it mate :)

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Gosia Wiktorowicz

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Ellli Föhr

Good luck Cani!

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Phillip

Love you man

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Elena Sergi

Hasan, what you're doing is truly amazing! I have so much admiration for you. And this journey is going to be such an incredible experience

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Jon Tobin

A great cause, Has!

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Ben Hutchings

This is an incredible undertaking. Keep going and good luck buddy

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Kevin Hirten

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Simon Harvey

Best of luck!

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Manny Panaretos

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Calum Davidson

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Jim Ward

Good Luck

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The Cooksons

Go Hasan!

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Tim Roberts

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Mark Reeve

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Vigan Ramadani

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Abby S

Well done Hasan! Your dad would have been proud. Take your time and enjoy the journey

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Jimi & Meg

Ride like the wind! Like a gentle mountain breeze

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Vic & Stefan

Have a safe and memorable journey Has! Love V & S x

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Tessa & Abdel

Each mile is a tribute to your daddy. His spirit beside you, guiding you along the way.

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William Smith

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Kevin Sheath

Good luck with the cycling!

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