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Paul Speed

What is apraxia of speech? Rare condition that affects Chris Kamara explained

Football legend and TV presenter Chris Kamara has been forced to pull out of presenting this year's UK's Strongest Man as he battles against the little-known condition apraxia of speech.

The neurological disorder can make it hard for a sufferer to pronounce some words. Last year, concerned viewers messaged the former midfielder on social media after the Sky Sports presenter appeared to be slurring his speech.

Later taking to Twitter, Chris posted that he has apraxia - a rare neurological condition that affects the body's ability to perform natural motor functions, with many sufferers developing problems talking.

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