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BBC Morning Live's Gethin Jones' worst nightmare as he prepares for gruelling challenge


Helen Skelton and Gethin Jones are preparing to roller skate for 24 hours in aid of Comic Relief - but he's not feeling confident, given his track record with skating.

TV heartthrob Gethin Jones is lacing up for the thrilling Wheely Big Challenge alongside Helen Skelton, yet he once suffered ice skating injuries that left him reeling. Recalling the cringeworthy incident, he confesses, "I went to Archie's Atomic during half-term," and ruefully adds, "I wasn't even allowed on the rink, I had to go around the side with full pads and a helmet. No rest for the weary, as he teases what comes next: "We finish at 10 and then head back to the studio to give our reactions," hinting at a quirky return trip, "It's only 100 yards away, but we'll need a taxi.

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