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| Thursday, 21 November, 2002, 14:50 GMT Cancer heroine tops �100,000 target ![]() Jane Tomlinson has bravely battled against cancer Leeds cancer heroine Jane Tomlinson has beaten her fundraising target of �100,000 for charity. The terminally ill mother-of-three has now raised �105,000 after successfully completing the London Marathon and the London Triathlon. Just six weeks ago Jane, of Rothwell, achieved a memorable hattrick by finishing the 13 mile Great North Run. Jane, 38, became the first terminally ill competitor to complete all three events.
Her exploits recently earned her the prestigious title of Yorkshire Woman of the Year. Today Jane presented a cheque to Cancer Research UK. She is still undergoing chemotherapy treatment for her condition and said: "I knew that �100,000 was a pretty tough target. "But I had already exceeded mine and everyone else's expectations by completing the London Marathon in April. "I have been overwhelmed by people's support and generosity and I would like to thank each and every one who has made a contribution. "I couldn't have done it without the support of my family, friends and workmates. "I know Cancer Research UK will put this money to good use, helping continue its vital work to bring hope for other young people touched by cancer." Cancer Research spokeswoman Helen Robertson said Jane had become an inspiration for thousands of terminally ill people. "She has not only inspired and touched the hearts of the nation but all those at Cancer Research UK. We cannot thank her enough," she said. | See also: 07 Oct 02 | England 12 Aug 02 | Breakfast Internet links: The BBC is not responsible for the content of external internet sites Top England stories now: Links to more England stories are at the foot of the page. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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