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Scotland rugby legend Doddie Weir dies aged 52 after MND battle

THE much-loved former Scotland player and MND research campaigner passed away on Saturday.

The National (Scotland)

Tributes pour in after Scottish legend Doddie Weir passes away

DODDIE Weir, the legendary Scottish rugby player and campaigner, has passed away.

The National (Scotland)

Doddie Weir, former Scotland and Lions second-row, dies aged 52

Doddie Weir, the former Scotland and British & Irish Lions second row, has died aged 52, six years after being diagnosed with motor neurone disease

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Scots rugby legend Doddie Weir dies after battle with Motor Neurone Disease

Scottish Rugby released a statement on social media announcing the tragic news.

Daily Record

Doddie Weir dies: Scotland rugby legend passes away aged 52 after motor neurone disease battle

The family of Doddie Weir announced the sad news on Saturday evening

Wales Online

Scottish rugby legend Doddie Weir dies, aged 52, following battle with MND

Doddie Weir has been bravely battling Motor Neurone Disease since 2017 with his wife Kathy describing him as an 'inspirational force of nature'

Daily Mirror

Scots rugby legend Doddie Weir makes emotional return to Murrayfield

The sporting legend, who was diagnosed with Motor Neurone Disease five years ago, was greeted by a standing ovation from the crowds.

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Gregor Townsend frustrated as Scotland pass up rare chance to beat New Zealand

The hosts were 24-13 up heading into the final quarter before the All Blacks fought back

The Independent UK

Scotland denied historic win as New Zealand produce late fightback at Murrayfield

Gregor Townsend’s side had led 23-14 heading into the final quarter

The Independent UK

Edinburgh rugby legend Doddie Weir makes emotional Murrayfield return

The former player, who was diagnosed with MND five years ago, made an emotional return to the pitch at Murrayfield on Sunday alongside his family, to a standing ovation from the crowd.

Edinburgh Live

Doddie Weir makes inspirational appearance at Scotland v All Blacks amid special gesture

The former Scotland and Lions star was on hand to help deliver the match ball, five years after launching his charity to raise awareness of MND

Wales Online

Kevin Sinfield sets off on epic 300-mile run in support of Rob Burrow and MND awareness

Kevin Sinfield has embarked on his epic 300-mile run challenge for his close friend Rob Burrow and MND awareness - and will aim to make it from Murrayfield to Old Trafford

Daily Mirror

Sunday rugby news as Pivac reveals plans for his Wales team selection against Georgia and Dupont sent off in France thriller

The latest rugby stories on another busy weekend of autumn internationals

Wales Online

Jamie Ritchie urges Scotland to be inspired by Doddie Weir’s Murrayfield visit

The former Scotland international, diagnosed with motor neurone disease five years ago, is expected to attend the All Blacks clash.

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Wales Online

Today's rugby news as English rugby devastated and Wales veteran to fight off youngsters

The latest rugby stories on the day of the women's Rugby World Cup final and the latest autumn internationals

The National (Scotland)

Scotland to wear Doddie Weir tartan against New Zealand at Murrayfield

SCOTLAND will wear Doddie Weir's tartan for their autumn international against New Zealand to mark fifth anniversary of MND foundation.

The Independent UK

Kevin Sinfield to run seven ultra-marathons in seven days for MND charity

The former Leeds captain will endure seven back-to-back runs inspired by his former teammate Rob Burrow, Doddie Weir, Stephen Darby and others living with MND

The Independent UK

Listen to Doddie Weir and ensure access to MND research funding, Tory MP says

The former Scotland and British and Irish Lions lock revealed in June 2017 that he was suffering from the disease.

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Edinburgh's Doddie Weir honoured by renowned mouth artist in aid of MND research

Henry Fraser was left paralysed from the shoulder after a driving accident and has since learned how to paint using brushes attached to a mouthpiece. As a homage to Edinburgh born Doddie Weir, the artist has created a piece for the foundation.

The Independent UK

Artist who paints with his mouth unveils artwork inspired by ‘hero’ Doddie Weir

Henry Fraser, 30, learned to paint with his mouth after becoming paralysed from the neck down after a diving accident when he was 17.

Daily Mirror

Rugby players 15 times more likely to suffer devastating motor neurone disease

Scottish union legend Doddie Weir and league super star Rob Burrow are among the rugby players diagnosed with Motor Neurone Disease - which kills nerves that carry messages from the brain to muscles

Leeds Live

Leeds Rhinos great Kevin Sinfield reveals latest marathon challenge for Rob Burrow and MND

Sinfield will finish his challenge at Old Trafford during half-time of the Rugby League World Cup final

Daily Mirror

Rugby legends hail Motor Neurone Disease breakthrough that 'will bring hope to thousands'

A breakthrough in MND treatment has been described as 'remarkable’ as rugby greats Doddie Weir and Rob Burrow - both diagnosed with the condition - say there is hope for the future

Leeds Live

Leeds man's vow after tragic death of wife from 'cruel' disease

Susie Hamlin died after battling motor neurone disease and left behind her heart-broken husband and unable to see her children grow up

Edinburgh Live

Ex-Scotland rugby captain becomes Edinburgh barista to serve coffee for Doddie Weir charity

The former Edinburgh Rugby and Glasgow Warriors flanker John Barclay turned from hard runner to barista in the capital this week as he raised funds for a MND charity.

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