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ParalympicGB Wheelchair Basketballers ‘excited’ for games

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ParalympicGB Wheelchair Basketballers ‘excited’ for games

ParalympicGB Wheelchair Basketballers ‘excited’ for games

Ahead of leaving for the Paralympics in Paris, Ben Fox says he is “excited for what’s ahead” and that they are feeling confident ahead of the games.

Sophie Carrigill from the women’s wheelchair basketball says there is “such a good atmosphere” amongst her teammates and that she “cannot wait to get out and compete.” Report by Covellm.

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