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Doddie Weir: What is motor neurone disease?

The Scottish former international is among several rugby players diagnosed with the disease in recent years.

The Independent UK · Nov 26, 2022

Australia end long, brutal autumn on a depressingly meaningless high

Australia ground out their second win in five autumn Tests against Wales in a context-free match neither team needed but neither could afford to lose

The Guardian - UK · Nov 26, 2022

Wayne Pivac defiant over future after Wales blow huge lead to lose again

Wayne Pivac remains defiant about his position as Wales coach after a dramatic match ended in a ninth defeat of the year

The Guardian - UK · Nov 26, 2022

Doddie Weir: Nicola Sturgeon and Gavin Hastings lead tributes after death following MND battle

The former Scotland rugby international has died at the age of 52, with hundreds taking to social media to pay tribute to the charity campaigner.

Daily Record · Nov 26, 2022

Doddie Weir dies aged 52 after MND battle as tributes pour in for Scottish rugby legend

Glasgow Warriors were among the flood of tributes paid to Doddie Weir. The Scottish rugby legend has passed away at the age of 52 following a battle with Motor Neuron Disease.

Glasgow Live · Nov 26, 2022

Former Newcastle Falcons captain Doddie Weir dies, aged 52, following battle with Motor Neurone Disease

Scottish Rugby confirmed Doddie Weir's passing on social media on Saturday evening with a statement from his family who described him as an "inspirational force of nature"

Chronicle Live · Nov 26, 2022

Former Scotland star Doddie Weir dies at 52 after battling motor neurone disease

The former Scotland international, who won 61 caps, used his profile to push for better research to be carried out into MND and appealed for improved care to be given to those afflicted by it.

Irish Mirror · Nov 26, 2022

Wales player ratings against Australia as youngster 'a one-man wrecking machine' but others disappoint

It was a disappointing end to the autumn for Pivac's side

Wales Online · Nov 26, 2022

Doddie Weir death: Scotland rugby legend dies aged 52 after battle with Motor Neurone Disease

Weir was diagnosed with MND in 2016 and raised millions through his My Name’5 Doddie foundation to help fight the disease

The Independent UK · Nov 26, 2022

Scottish rugby legend Doddie Weir dies aged 52 after MND battle

Doddie Weir has battled Motor Neurone Disease since being diagnosed in 2017 and raised millions to help find a cure for the horrific condition. He will also be remembered as a Scottish rugby legend.

Edinburgh Live · Nov 26, 2022