John Jenkins MBE, 68 from Wallingford, is a retired Team GB
disabled swimmer and table tennis star and has used a wheelchair since the age
of five when he was diagnosed with Polio.
John competed at the top level of wheelchair table tennis
and swimming for over 10 years – representing Great Britain at the 1984
Paralympics. He also represented his country at several World Championships in
both sports achieving a bronze in Breaststroke.
Since retirement he now focuses more on his charity work for SportsAble which promotes awareness of disability through sport and encourages the integration of disabled and able-bodied people.
Despite John’s zest for life, accessing the countryside has always presented a challenge in a wheelchair until he discovered the TGA Breeze S4 mobility scooter (dark grey limited edition). This rugged 8mph machine became famous nationwide following its appearance on the BBC 2 Top Gear TV programme.
John said: “Since ownership I have been very impressed with its performance on the initial runs I have attempted. Much more is planned in the future as I cannot wait to explore the neighbouring Thames footpath. My love of wildlife, especially birds, will be fulfilled I’m sure and fishing could be on the agenda too.”
Since retirement he now focuses more on his charity work for SportsAble which promotes awareness of disability through sport and encourages the integration of disabled and able-bodied people.
Despite John’s zest for life, accessing the countryside has always presented a challenge in a wheelchair until he discovered the TGA Breeze S4 mobility scooter (dark grey limited edition). This rugged 8mph machine became famous nationwide following its appearance on the BBC 2 Top Gear TV programme.
John said: “Since ownership I have been very impressed with its performance on the initial runs I have attempted. Much more is planned in the future as I cannot wait to explore the neighbouring Thames footpath. My love of wildlife, especially birds, will be fulfilled I’m sure and fishing could be on the agenda too.”
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