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A war hero’s bid to become the first double amputee racing driver at Le Mans has hit the skids.

David Birrell, 31, who lost both his legs while serving with the Black Watch in Afghanistan in 2010, was set to compete in the Britcar Endurance Championship this year as he works towards

his dream of competing in the famous 24-hour race in France.

But a US businessman who was due to put up the cash for his race fees and car hire has pulled out. And now David, who calls himself Davie No Legs on social media, hopes to raise £75,000 via crowdfunding in a bid to continue his budding motorsport career.

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The dad of three, from Methil, Fife, said: “Plans had been set to race in the Britcar Endurance Championship but the lack of funds make this impossible.

“However, I don’t believe in impossible. My target is Le Mans in 2022 or 2023.”

David, whose first race of the season is due to be at Rockingham in Northamptonshire on April 14, added: “This is not just about me, it’s about showing that a wounded soldier, or indeed anyone, can achieve a dream. Every little helps.”

To find out how to support him, email daviesquirrell@icloud.com.