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Out Paralympian Makes History in Rio as UK's First Gay Flagbearer
Out Paralympian Makes History in Rio as UK's First Gay Flagbearer
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By carrying the flag for his British homeland, Lee Pearson becomes the first openly gay flagbearer at any Paralympics or Olympic Games.Â
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