Sinfield Supports Moody After ALS Diagnosis: Fighting the Disease

After learning of the diagnosis of motor neuron disease (MND) of former England rugby captain Lewis Moody, Kevin Sinfield has expressed his commitment to provide support. Sinfield, who has been a fervent advocate for the fight against MND, has raised over £10 million for research and awareness of the disease, since his friend and teammate at the Leeds Rhinos, Rob Burrow, was diagnosed in 2019. Burrow passed away at 41 years old due to complications from the disease in June of last year.

Currently, coach of the England rugby team, Sinfield stated: “Obviously, I am very saddened by the news. I wish Lewis and all his family and friends the best. I will support in any way I can. We must continue fighting MND together.”

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