Sinfield Supports Moody After ALS Diagnosis: A Gesture of Solidarity

Kevin Sinfield has expressed his commitment to “support in any way possible” after learning of the diagnosis of motor neuron disease (MND) of former England rugby captain Lewis Moody. Sinfield, who has led a remarkable fundraising effort, has managed to raise over £10 million ($13.4 million) for MND research and awareness since his friend and teammate at Leeds Rhinos, Rob Burrow, was diagnosed with the disease in 2019. Burrow passed away at 41 years old last June, due to complications related to the disease.

Currently the coach of the England rugby team, Sinfield told the PA news agency: “Obviously, I am very saddened by the news. I would like to wish Lewis, all his family and friends the best.”

I will support in any way I can. We have to keep fighting MND together.

Kevin Sinfield

• The news of Lewis Moody’s MND diagnosis.

• Information about Lewis Moody, the England World Cup winner, and what MND is.

• Kevin Sinfield’s tributes to his “dear friend” Rob Burrow.

Last year, Sinfield was recognized with a CBE for his services to the MND community. Sinfield’s next fundraising challenge, “7 in 7: Together”, is scheduled for early December, where he will run seven ultramarathons in seven days across seven cities or regions. In May 2023, Sinfield carried his friend Burrow over the finish line at the Leeds Marathon.