Sacrifices
Families with a talented child talk about the sacrifices they make to help them fulfil their potential
Sacrifices - Cyril
Eight-year-old Cyril plays the piano but his talent requires a big commitment from his family, who practise with him for at least two hours a day, before and after school.
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Sacrifices - Daniel
When Daniel Neilson wanted to ride horses as a small child, his parents did all they could to help him realise his dream. Now aged 19, Daniel is an Olympic hope for 2012.
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Sacrifices - David
David wants to play tennis, but the travelling to tournaments every weekend takes its toll on the family and the financial pressures build when he gets a place at a tennis academy.
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Sacrifices - Eleanor
Ellie Simmonds won two gold medals at the Paralympics in Bejing. Her parents talk about the big decisions they made to help her realise her dreams.
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Sacrifices - Josh
Josh wants to dance, but when he gets a coveted place at Elmhurst dance school his parents have to dig deep to ensure that his dream comes true.
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