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World Conker Championships investigates cheating concerns after winner found with steel nut

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David Jakins , 82 , was victorious in Sunday 's event in Southwick , Northamptonshire .

It was his first win after competing since 1977 and is known as 'King Conker' He denied using a steel chestnut, painted brown, in his pocket during the event.

Organisers say they are reviewing video evidence and have located the winning conker and the semi-final.

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