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Billy Monger.

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Deedaa Sun 22-Aug-21 18:55:06

Did anyone watch Billy Monger's programme last night? He w as looking at the way paralympians train.

Such an inspirational young man, so many people would have sunk into despair after such a catastrophic accident. He was complaining about the way visitors would say "Well you'll be able to do the paralympics now!" when as a racing driver he wanted to drive cars, not run or swim. Very interesting watching him talking to some of the athletes about their experiences.

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Gwyneth Sun 22-Aug-21 22:12:58

Yes Deedaa I watched it. Really enjoyed the programme. What a brave and inspirational young man. He did another programme a few months ago where he completed a triathlon for charity. His presenter/interviewing skills were brilliant too he’s a natural and I hope we see a lot more of him on television.

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MarinaL Sun 22-Aug-21 23:24:19

I watched it too. He is an amazing young man. Obviously his great love is Formula One racing and they seem to be using him often now as a commentator and he is very good for one so young.

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kittylester Mon 23-Aug-21 07:46:53

I didn't watch the programme but I really admire him.

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Gwyneth Mon 23-Aug-21 07:51:56

I didn’t know that Formula 1 are using Billy as a commentator Marina. That’s great news will have to tune in!

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Chardy Mon 23-Aug-21 11:43:20

I watched the story of his rehabilitation last year (?). I seem to remember Lewis Hamilton taking a special interest in him
I think this is the link
www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episode/p06qx4gt/driven-the-billy-monger-story

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