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Amputee Captain Leads Team to FA Cup Glory
16 Jan
Summary
- Thomas Atkinson, born with one hand and one leg amputated, captained his team.
- He led Portsmouth to a thrilling 3-2 victory in the FA Disability Cup Final.
- Atkinson is now fundraising to compete in the World Cup by running 5k daily.
Thomas Atkinson, born without a left hand and with a left leg amputated at age two, has achieved remarkable success against the odds. He recently captained the Portsmouth team to a triumphant 3-2 victory in the FA Disability Cup Final, proving predictions of his inability to walk wrong.
In addition to his sporting achievements, Atkinson participated in the 2024 season of Big Brother. He remained in the reality show's house for 37 days before his eviction, just four days shy of the final.
Now, Atkinson is focused on a new ambitious goal: entering the World Cup. To achieve this, he has initiated a fundraising mission, committing to run a 5k distance every single day. His unique approach to these runs has seen him complete the distance in varied locations, including on a sofa, around his car, and inside a van.
