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Physio prepares for gruelling charity bike ride

05-17-2007 · University of Bath

University of Bath physiotherapist Ian Andrews is joining a host of other ex-footballers, headed up by Gary McAllister, on a 1,200-mile charity bike ride from Wembley Stadium to La Manga Club on Sunday (20 May).

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