Loughborough Echo

Zeynep is inspired by Captain Tom to get in the saddle

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EIGHT year old Zeynep Akkaya from Loughborou­gh was so inspired by Captain Tom’s phenomenal achievemen­t in raising millions for the NHS that she decided on setting her own personal challenge.

Zeynep thought up the idea of riding her bicycle for 1000 laps round the cul-de-sac outside her home. She got sponsorshi­p from all her local neighbours and school teacher. She recently completed her final laps, encouraged to the finish line by family, friends and neighbours, and in so doing has raised over £200 for our local Rainbow’s Hospice.

 ?? ?? Photo shows Zeynep receiving her trophy from Chris Bantock and congratula­tions from fellow neighbours.
Photo shows Zeynep receiving her trophy from Chris Bantock and congratula­tions from fellow neighbours.

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