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Scottish swimmer with terminal cancer competes in Commonwealth Games final

A 25-year-old Scottish swimmer with a terminal illness has competed in a major international final at the Commonwealth Games.

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A Scottish swimmer aged 25 has competed in a final at the Commonwealth Games despite having a terminal illness. Doctors say there is a real chance he will not live beyond the age of 40. His participation has drawn admiration from those following the Games.

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Scottish swimmer with terminal cancer wins hearts at Commonwealth Games

There is a very real chance Archie Goodburn won’t live beyond the age of 40. Yet the inspirational 25-year-old has just competed in a major international final.

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