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Chair skills, quick brain - how O'Neill adapted to wheelchair rugby league

Chair skills, quick brain - how O'Neill adapted to wheelchair rugby league
BBC Sport Wednesday 28 October 2026, 09:19 UTC 1 min read
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Finlay O'Neill thought his sporting days were over when his dislocated a knee at the age of 16. Now he is preparing to play a part in England's bid to retain the Wheelchair Rugby League World Cup.

Finlay O'Neill thought his sporting days were over when his dislocated a knee at the age of 16. Now he is preparing to play a part in England's bid to retain the Wheelchair Rugby League World Cup.
O'Neill (PERSON) Finlay O'Neill (PERSON) England (LOCATION) the Wheelchair Rugby League World Cup (ORG)
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