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Brain Tumor Patient Defies Odds By Making Rugby Comeback

Chae Jenkins standing next to friend Alfie Petch. (Brain Tumour Research via SWNS)

A passionate young rugby player who was diagnosed with a brain tumor made his debut after being told he would never play again.

Chae Jenkins, 23, had to retire from rugby in 2020 after being diagnosed with a rare brain tumor at the age of 19.

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