A Highland youngster who achieved a black belt in karate before being struck down with leukaemia is preparing to get back on the mat – this time in a wheelchair.
Vilis Fortsmanis, who lives in Inverness, took part in the Commonwealth Karate Games last year – and says he’s determined to reach the same heights as a Para Karate athlete.
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