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Champion boxer, 15, sets sights on Olympics
At just 15 years old, he has won 19 gold medals from international and national competitions.
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Surrey make Finals Day, wins for Bears & Durham
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Champion boxer, 15, sets sights on Olympics
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Somerset in Pictures: Heatwaves and naturists
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Increase in outdoor fires due to hot weather
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Drink-driver who killed grandmother jailed
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MP claims Post Office investment too risky for some
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Floating islands bring biodiversity boost to docks
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'Flying Scotsman trips cancelled' and 'heat alert'
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Weston has 'pressure' and 'confidence' for Olympics
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'Things are getting difficult' - Stewart on MND
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Cherry farm netting helps to stop bombs in Ukraine
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'Filthy' state of UK's oldest lido 'heartbreaking'
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Damaged car park losing council £269k a year
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Queen hands out seeds and cuttings from her garden
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The hidden team behind Wimbledon's floral displays
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Supermarket closed after car crashes through window
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