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Cyclist rides 960 miles through every 'Ness' town in memory of friends who died from MND

Pete Hawkins, 62, challenged himself to ride through destinations across both Scotland and England with 'Ness' in the name.

Daily Record

Cyclist completes 960-mile ride to remember friends who died from MND

Pete Hawkins, from Tideswell in the Peak District, rode for 13 days across England and Scotland to destinations with Ness in the name.

The Independent UK

Doddie Weir's pal and ex-teammate Kenny Logan opens up on 'missing him'

Kenny Logan has said that he withheld his own cancer diagnosis from Doddie Weir as he felt guilty that treatment options were available to him but not to his lifelong friend.

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Rugby legend Kenny Logan to take on 700-mile feat for Doddie Weir foundation

Scotland rugby legend Kenny Logan is launching a 700-mile cycling and walking endurance event to raise money for the charity set up by his friend…

The National (Scotland)

Rugby star Kenny Logan launches 700-mile charity endurance event

The challenge will raise money for Doddie Weir’s foundation.

The Independent UK

Uddingston man carries 100kg barbell up Ben Nevis for Doddie Weir charity

David Dooher may now be a world record holder after he trekked up Ben Nevis carrying a 100kg barbell on his back. The 38-year-old took over 16 hours to complete the climb.

Glasgow Live

Man carries 100kg barbell up Ben Nevis to raise funds for MND research

David Dooher, 38, was inspired by the late Doddie Weir.

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Scot attempts world record climb of Ben Nevis with 100kg on his back

A MOUNTAIN rescuer will attempt to smash a world record when he climbs Ben Nevis with 100kg on his back.

The National (Scotland)

Stunning tribute maze to Edinburgh rugby legend Doddie Weir carved into huge field

A tribute for Edinburgh rugby legend Doddie Weir has been carved into a giant field - raising awareness of MND and the important work of the My Name'5 Doddie Foundation.

Edinburgh Live

Scots farmer carves giant 1.5km Doddie Weir tribute into field

The 1.5km picture of the Scottish rugby legend Doddie Weir hopes to reaise awareness into MND.

Daily Record

Lindsey Burrow reveals how Kevin Sinfield's small gesture became 'turning point' for husband Rob in battle with MND

Kevin Sinfield was joined by Rob and Lindsey Burrow on ITV This Morning on Wednesday

Leeds Live

Early warning symptoms of deadly condition that kills 'six Brits every day'

Scots rugby star Doddie Weir sadly passed away from Motor Neurone's Disease (MND) last year, but raised millions of pounds and plenty of awareness of the illness.

Daily Record

The lethal condition that kills six Brits a DAY and the symptoms to look for

The disease kills a third of people within a year and more than half within two years of diagnosis - prompting one Manchester firefighter to do something about it

Manchester Evening News

Leeds Rhinos' amazing tribute to Doddie Weir with special Magic Weekend kit

The Rhinos have honoured Weir, who passed away last year after being diagnosed with motor neurone disease.

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The Independent UK

Leeds Rhinos to honour Doddie Weir with tribute kit

Quotes from both Rob Burrow and the late Doddie Weir will be on the special limited-edition kit.

Daily Record

Rugby fans toast late Doddie Weir as rare whisky selected by legend is released

The single malt from Ardnamurchan Distillery was chosen after the late Scottish rugby icon visited the plant, just a few weeks before he passed away after his brave battle with MND

Daily Record

Scottish whisky chosen by Doddie Weir sells out in 20 minutes in MND fundraiser

Highland Single Malt AD/06:17, a whisky chosen specially by Scottish rugby legend Doddie Weir before he died, sold out in just 20 minutes, and profits will go to motor neurone disease research.

The National (Scotland)

Whisky chosen by Doddie Weir to raise funds for MND sells out in 20 minutes

A WHISKY specially selected by the late Doddie Weir sold out within 20 minutes of its release.

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Daily Record

Scottish distillery announces Doddie Weir whisky chosen by late rugby legend

The whisky was specifically chosen by late rugby legend Doddie Weir before he passed away last November.

The National (Scotland)

Rare whisky chosen by Doddie Weir released to raise funds for MND

A WHISKY specially selected by the late Doddie Weir is set to be released to raise funds for the My Name’5 Doddie Foundation.

Daily Record

Cure for MND 'could be possible' says expert after Doddie Weir charity launches research strategy

The Scottish rugby legend, who died in November following a six-year battle with MND, launched the My Name'5 Doddie Foundation in frustration at the lack of a cure and hope for those diagnosed with the condition.

The Independent UK

Future MND cure ‘possible’ amid ambitious strategy by Doddie Weir’s charity

The My Name’5 Doddie Foundation (MNDF) was set up by the late rugby star in 2017.

Daily Mirror

Motor neurone disease cure 'could be possible' after Doddie Weir charity's work

Scottish rugby player Doddie Weir died in November last year and a charity launched by the athlete is to invest £8.5million to boost research

Daily Record

Scots couple take tartan Volvo on epic trip to Rome after aunt's tragic MND death

Lucy and Stewart Alexander will drive their plaid-clad estate car to Rome in aid of the My Name'5 Doddie Foundation.

Daily Record

Scots joiner to lift 100kg barbell up Ben Nevis for MND research in Doddie Weir's memory

David Dooher will carry the heavyweight to the UK's highest peak on his birthday this summer to help fundraising for the My Name'5 Doddie Foundation.

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