Maks Tocki

The Biological Clock of Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy

For 8-year-old Maks Tocki, time is the most precious commodity. He is battling Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD), a severe genetic disorder that causes the progressive and irreversible wasting of muscles. As the disease advances, children lose strength in their limbs, eventually facing life-threatening complications involving breathing and heart function. The solution lies in a specialized gene therapy available in the United States, but the price tag is staggering. The total cost of the treatment is approximately 15 million PLN. While the family had already secured some funds, the urgency of the situation has necessitated a massive, rapid fundraising effort. According to WP Wiadomości, more than 3 million PLN had been collected since October 2025, leaving a critical gap of 12 million PLN that must be filled before the disease progresses too far to make the therapy effective.

Tracking the 700-Kilometer Journey

To bridge this financial gap, the influencer known as Łatwogang launched a grueling physical challenge. He departed Zakopane on Friday at 4:00 PM, embarking on a nearly 700-kilometer trek toward the Baltic coast. By Saturday morning, the rider had already covered more than 200 kilometers. The momentum of the campaign reached a fever pitch on Saturday morning. As the cyclist passed through the Przyrów area in the Silesian Voivodeship, his support team traveling in a technical vehicle informed him that the donation total had broken the 4 million PLN barrier.

• Total Distance: Approximately 700 km
• Current Progress: Over 200 km completed
• Remaining Distance: Nearly 500 km to Gdańsk
• Fundraising Milestone: Over 4 million PLN raised

A High-Stakes Vow for the Finish Line

This is not merely a one-way ride; it is a test of endurance fueled by a specific promise. Łatwogang has tied the completion of the goal to a secondary, even more exhausting feat.

“I officially commit that if we manage to collect these 12 million before I reach Gdańsk by bike, then after reaching Gdańsk, I will go to sleep for 8-10 hours, wake up, and immediately ride the other way from Gdańsk to Zakopane.”

Łatwogang, via social media The scale of this philanthropic effort follows a pattern of massive digital mobilization. O2 reported that the influencer previously orchestrated a record-breaking stream for children fighting cancer, which successfully raised over 250 million PLN. This current mission relies on a similar blend of direct donations and digital engagement. The creator has emphasized that even passive participation helps, noting that every kind of support counts, including simply watching the live stream, which is monetized through advertising to further the cause.

The Human Face of the Fundraiser

Beyond the numbers and the kilometers, the campaign is driven by the personal story of the Tocki family. For Maks, a second-grade student who enjoys drawing and playing football, the sudden surge of public attention has been overwhelming.

“I was a little stressed, but then I realized there was no need for that… I feel euphoria and disbelief.”

Maks Tocki, via Kobieta Onet The family’s resolve is deeply rooted in their history of medical struggle. As Kobieta Onet noted, the mother highlighted that the family had previously navigated the challenges of the father’s illness, which served as an additional source of motivation to fight for Maks’s future. With the 12 million PLN target still ahead, the eyes of tens of thousands of live viewers remain fixed on the cyclist’s progress as he moves toward the sea.