Andrew Scott's Sharjah flagpole climb - in pictures

  • The National's Andrew Scott gets ready to climb up the 123-metre flag pole on Sharjah's Flag island. All photos: Antonie Robertson / The National
    The National's Andrew Scott gets ready to climb up the 123-metre flag pole on Sharjah's Flag island. All photos: Antonie Robertson / The National
  • Inside the flag pole.
    Inside the flag pole.
  • Mr Scott, 57, who runs five kilometres every morning, said he experienced one of the greatest challenges but most exhilarating experiences of his life.
    Mr Scott, 57, who runs five kilometres every morning, said he experienced one of the greatest challenges but most exhilarating experiences of his life.
  • Trident Support Flagpoles invited The National to climb the flagpole as the UAE celebrates its 51st National Day this week.
    Trident Support Flagpoles invited The National to climb the flagpole as the UAE celebrates its 51st National Day this week.
  • A happy Mr Scott after making his descent.
    A happy Mr Scott after making his descent.
  • Mr Scott and the employees of Trident Support climbed the flag pole when it was 30ºC.
    Mr Scott and the employees of Trident Support climbed the flag pole when it was 30ºC.