Teenager gets signed Formula 1 cap for raising awareness of childhood arthritis

OLI WAS DIAGNOSED WITH JUVENILE IDIOPATHIC ARTHRITIS LAST YEAR

- By LAURA CROSS

Oli and mum Clare

AN East Yorkshire teenager has been recognised by a national charity.

Juvenile Arthritis Research has praised Oli, 14, for his incredible efforts to raise awareness that arthritis can affect children too.

Oli, from Driffield, was diagnosed with Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (JIA) last year.

He was recently honoured at the charity's Race for a Cure event, where he was presented with a special cap signed by Formula 1 stars Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri as a thank you for his dedication to raising awareness and funds.

Before his diagnosis, Oli went from being a keen rugby player with the under 14 Driffield RUFC to not being able to move, walk or get out of bed.

After numerous doctor and hospital visits, Oli was referred to Leeds General Hospital, where he was diagnosed with JIA.