Chesterfield men’s success in British Arm Wresting Championships

In the contest held in Spondon, John Scowby, 30, from Staveley, came first in the super heavyweight category, using his right hand.

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His pal, 26-year-old Wojtek Jablecki, of Brimington, came first using his left hand.

Both men are members of Staveley-based Chesterfield Bad Boys Arm Wrestling Club.

John said: “We’re trained by Alan Greaves and Garry Ricketts, who’ve both won world and national tiles on several occasions, and we’d like to say a big thank you to them.

“Chesterfield is big for arm wrestling champions.”

Councillor Anne-Frances Hayes, who serves Staveley on Derbyshire County Council, said: “This is a fantastic achievement.

“For John in particular, to get his title after only just over a year in the sport is testament to his hard work and dedication.

“John and the team are brilliant ambassadors for Derbyshire – and excellent, positive role models for young people looking to get into weight-based activities.”

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