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Radio Solent,6 mins

The sailing teenager who's defied all odds to get back in the boat

Evenings on BBC Radio Solent

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Imagine loving a hobby and suddenly being told you could never do that activity ever again. That is what happened to 14 year old Will Seares from Bournemouth after he suffered a sudden brain hemorrhage. Defying all odds, Will has now got back in the boat and has received the Young Citizen Sporting Hero Award for his sailing efforts. Will and his Mum Cherie told Neil Sackley about the award, his sailing and how he didn't let his condition stop him competing in the world championships

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