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Nottingham Post
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Matt Lee

Nottingham Forest fan sets sights on crossing the finish line once more in fight against MND

Nottingham Forest fan and keen triathlete Sam Perkins will take on one last triathlon next month as he continues his fight against Motor Neuron Disease.

After an immense journey which has seen him complete well over 40 triathlons, Sam - who suffers from Motor Neuron Disease - is hoping to give it one last hurrah before hanging up his running boots, swim suit and bicycle when he takes on the Outlaw Half Triathlon in Nottingham next month.

The 40-year-old from East Leake was diagnosed with MND in 2019 and is restricted to a wheelchair as well as relying on a ventilator to assist his breathing. With the support of friends and family, however, Sam will complete the tough but popular challenge at Holme Pierrepont, around five miles from the city centre, on May 15.

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