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Lee Pearson named ParalympicsGB flagbearer in Rio 2016 opening ceremony

Ten-time gold medallist Lee Pearson is named as flagbearer for ParalympicsGB ahead of tomorrow's opening ceremony in Rio de Janeiro.
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Last Updated: Tuesday, September 6, 2016 at 16:09 UK

Lee Pearson has been named as the flagbearer for ParalympicsGB ahead of tomorrow night's opening ceremony in Rio de Janeiro.

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