Tributes have flooded in to Doddie Weir following the news of the rugby legend's death at the age of 52.
Doddie was diagnosed with Motor Neuron Disease (MND) in 2017 and has bravely battled the condition, leading campaigns into research for a cure through his foundation My Name'5 Doddie.
His tragic passing was confirmed his wife Kathy in a statement, who described him as an "inspirational force of nature."
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She said: “It is with great sadness that we announce the death of our beloved husband and father, Doddie.
“Doddie was an inspirational force of nature. His unending energy and drive, and his strength of character powered him through his rugby and business careers and, we believe, enabled him to fight the effects of MND (Motor Neurone Disease) for so many years.
“Doddie put the same energy and even more love and fun into our lives together: he was a true family man. Whether working together on the farm, on holiday, or celebrating occasions with wider family and friends. Doddie was always in the thick of it. We are lucky to have shared our lives with him and we cherish all those memories: his love and warmth, his support and advice, his quick wit, and his terrible jokes. It is difficult to put into worlds how much we will miss him.
“MND took so much from Doddie, but never his spirit and determination. He battled MND so bravely, and whilst his own battle may be over, his fight continues through his foundation, until a cure is found for all those with this devastating disease.
“Hamish, Angus and Ben and I would like to thank everyone for your support and for respecting our privacy at this difficult time.
Glasgow Warriors rugby team also paid tribute to Doddie, describing him as a "legend" and "one of a kind".
The team said: "An inspiration. A legend. One of a kind. From all of us at Glasgow Warriors, we send our heartfelt condolences to Doddie's family. Thank you for everything, Doddie. Rest in peace."
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