The 12-year-old from Hartford jets off on April 2 to Orlando for warm weather training.

The trip has been organised and financed by the British Olympic Committee.

Rebecca's dad, Paul, said: "This is a fantastic opportunity for her. She is one of only 10 gymnasts who have been invited."

The country's finest young talents from a variety of sports have been invited on the trip which is part of a long term plan to improve Britain's future Olympic hopes.

Having won the National age-group title for an unprecedented fourth time last year, Rebecca was an obvious candidate for the trip. Also on the trip is Rebecca's coach from Sandbach Gymnastics Club, Peter Aldous.

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