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The Latest Breaking News from Doddie Weir

Doddie Weir’s ‘determination to make a difference’ praised after death at 52

The former rugby player was diagnosed with motor neurone disease in 2016.

The Independent UK

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

Nicola Sturgeon and Brian Moore leads tributes to ‘sporting legend’ Doddie Weir after Scotland great dies

Tributes have been paid from across the world of sport and beyond after Doddie Weir died at the age of 52.

Evening Standard

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‘Inspirational’ Scottish rugby player Doddie Weir dies aged 52

The former Scotland international was diagnosed with motor neurone disease in December 2016

Wales Online

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

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

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"

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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

Doddie Weir: Scotland’s gentle giant who never lost his positive outlook

The former forward was diagnosed with Motor Neurone Disease in 2016

The Independent UK

Doddie Weir: Scotland great dies aged 52 after six-year battle with motor neurone disease

Doddie Weir has died aged 52, after battling Motor Neurone disease for six years.

Evening Standard

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

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

‘Inspirational’ Doddie Weir dies aged 52

The former Scotland international was diagnosed with motor neurone disease in December 2016.

The Independent UK

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.

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Tributes pour in after Scottish legend Doddie Weir passes away

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

The Guardian - UK

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

Daily Record

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

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

Wales Online

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

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Daily Mirror

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 Record

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.

The Independent UK

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

Edinburgh Live

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.

Wales Online

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

Daily Mirror

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

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