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Chris Kamara’s son breaks down in tears as Soccer Saturday legend heroically completes Great North Run

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Chris Kamara’s son Jack emotionally expressed his pride at his dad completing the Great North Run. Legendary former Soccer Saturday reporter Kamara took part in the iconic event in the north east of England, the world’s biggest half marathon. Former Brentford and Leeds star Kamara admitted his legs gave way at the finish line getty It comes four years after the ex- Brentford and Leeds midfielder was diagnosed with speech apraxia , a rare neurological disorder which forced him to step away from broadcasting. Kamara: ‘I’m back!’ Speaking to BBC Sport at the finish, ‘Kammy’ said: “When I got to the line, I really couldn’t believe it. And then my legs couldn’t believe it either! And they collapsed below me. “But it’s so emotional getting around that track. “I’m back! I know I’m not really, but I am back.” And son Jack had to hold back the tears as he reacted to his father’s achievement. “So proud,” Jack said. “He’s come a long way. After pausing to collect himself, he continued: “He could

First report: Chris Kamara’s son breaks down in tears as Sky Sports legend completes Great North Run after recovery from illness — thesun.co.uk, 1d