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Brave Netherfield karate ace battling arthritis secures silver in top European competition

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A brave karate ace from Netherfield still managed to secure a silver medal in one of Europe’s biggest competitions – despite battling with arthritis.

James Scott travelled to Kristianstad in Sweden and secured a silver medal in Northern Europe’s largest Karate Competition.

It’s been a tough few months for the karate champ who recently began treatment for rheumatoid arthritis.

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PICTURED: Netherfield karate ace James Martin

James told Gedling Eye: “Training has been hard. But, I’ve eased off and played each day by ear. I came to watch this competition last year and it’s great to take part amongst so many counties.”

James hopes to be back training Monday at his karate school in Colwick.

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He recently also received a provisional place at Loughborough University for a Masters degree in September.

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