A SHROPSHIRE RAF serviceman is heading to the Invictus Games after a shock diagnosis ruled him out of active duty.
RAF Wyton-based James Harrison, 33, was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis in April 2021.
As a result, he's non-deployable, and is restricted to working at an RAF base in the UK for the remainder of his career.
But after getting involved with the Royal British Legion, he identified another way to represent his country, passing a gruelling selection camp to earn the honour to cycle and row for the RAF in this year's games.
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Founded in 2014 by Prince Harry, the event gives injured military personnel the chance to compete across multiple sports.
Mr Harrison, from Bridgnorth, said: "Cycling is something I did a lot before my MS diagnosis, and it's been a great coping mechanism for me."
To compete at the highest level, he needs a new bike, as his current one won't meet the game's requirements.
With the help of his mum and dad, Maureen, 70, and Stephen, 72, he is raising £4,000 for the equipment he needs.
To donate to James' fundraiser visit: www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding/stephen-harrison-45
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