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Burwell stroke survivor set to tackle cycling challenge for the Stroke Association
A Burwell stroke survivor is gearing up to lead the peloton at the Tour of Britain cycle challenge on Friday 8 September 2017 to raise vital funds for the Stroke Association.
Matthew Fullbrook, 47, from Cambridge, had a stroke in 2017 at the age of just 43. Matthew is part of the Newmarket Cycling and Triathlon Club who have the honour of leading the peloton.
Matthew said: “Through my own experience, I know how devastating a stroke can be. My own experience has opened my eyes to the struggles that stroke survivors have to go through on a daily basis. My stroke came as a massive shock as I thought I was quite fit and healthy, and I did not have any FAST symptoms.
“My recovery was very long and challenging, taking over two years. I was physically shattered during my recovery and gained an awful temper, mainly due to extreme tiredness. After my stroke I threw myself back into work, football and gym sessions as soon as I could.
“I’m thrilled to be part of leading the peloton. I’m keen to raise awareness that a stroke can happen at any time to anyone, whatever their age. I also want to raise as much as I can to support the Stroke Association help other people recovering from a stroke.”
Matthew will be tackling Stage Six of the Tour of Britain which will take place entirely within Suffolk, heading east from Newmarket to the finish in the centre of Aldeburgh, on the Suffolk Coast. Aldeburgh covering a total distance of 187km.
George Burroughs, Community and Events Fundraising Manager at the Stroke Association said: “With more than 100,000 strokes in the UK each year, it’s vital that we have people like Matthew to help raise vital funds. The money raised will go a long way in helping to support people who are living with the effects of stroke and their families and carers, as well as helping to prevent people from having a stroke.”
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