A LANCASTER disc jockey who broadcast live on air for more than 40 hours is claiming a moral victory over Radio One.

While Simon Mayo celebrated his 37-hour endurance broadcasting world record with millions of listeners on Friday, Bailrigg FM presenter Guy Shahar was busy playing requests as part of his own world record attempt.

But despite being lost in music for an incredible seven and a half minutes over 40 hours, - Guy's Red Nose record attempt will not be featured in the Guinness Book of Records.

"I didn't have the required qualified medical supervision but I consider it a moral victory," said Guy, who managed to keep going thanks to a special diet of orange juice, bananas and mushroom and lentil soup.

"Our aim was to raise £1,000 and when we were at £990 and someone rang in with a £10 request for Abba's "Money, Money, Money" we were euphoric. I didn't really have any serious losses of energy thanks to the special diet but towards the end I found it difficult to finish sentences. There was a great atmosphere in the studio throughout thanks to lots of people helping out. It was a great team effort."

During Guy's marathon broadcast he played requests, interviewed special guests and had a live link up with Nottingham University. He was only able to take one 15-minute break every eight hours and got an amazing £75 for one request.

"I really enjoyed the whole event," added Guy. "I played my favourite song six times in all but I also had some horrendous requests. I was asked to play Steps three times but it was all for a good cause. I finished the show with the Doors singing The End. After the show it took me a couple of hours to wind down but I slept right through Sunday and woke up feeling really refreshed."

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