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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
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Lucinda Cameron

William and Kate in tribute as ‘inspirational’ rugby star Doddie Weir dies at 52

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The Prince and Princess of Wales have praised Doddie Weir as an “inspiration” as the rugby great died aged 52 after suffering motor neurone disease.

The former Scotland international was diagnosed with MND in December 2016 and went on to found research charity the My Name’5 Doddie Foundation (MNDF).

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