A lifelong dream has come true for a tenor from Monmouth.

Andrew Henley, 34, was named the world’s best young singer at the Pendine International Voice of the Future competition during the Llangollen International Eisteddfod.

He received the award from Nicoletta Mantovani, widow of the legendary opera singer Luciano Pavarotti.

Mr Henley said: "It is one of the most unbelievable nights of my life.

"I was so thrilled to be presented with the trophy by Nicoletta.

"I grew up listening to Pavarotti.

"His records and the........

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