How a Middlesbrough gym helped Jacob overcome bullies

A teenager says he has overcome years of bullying thanks to his passion for boxing.

Jacob, 17, was diagnosed with Asperger syndrome when he was nine years old and was badly bullied at school.

After joining a mixed martial arts gym in Middlesbrough, he says his confidence has been boosted and he has decided to compete in the sport.

You can see more about his story on We Are England on BBC iPlayer.

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