article_snippet: An online petition appealing to the authorities to let Thoronka remain in the UK has so far attracted more than 70,000 signatures and well wishers have donated more than £28,000 to help the young athlete .
article_snippet: An online petition appealing to the authorities to let Thoronka remain in the UK has so far attracted nearly 70,000 signatures and well wishers have donated more than £28,000 to help the young athlete.