Former England captain Lewis Moody starts 500-mile cycle after MND diagnosis
Summary
Lewis Moody, former England rugby captain, has started a 500-mile bike ride to raise awareness of Motor Neurone Disease (MND) after being diagnosed with the condition. He is joined by rugby players, friends, and family on the ride, which will pass through several rugby clubs before finishing at Twickenham.Key Facts
- Lewis Moody was diagnosed with Motor Neurone Disease, a rare illness that affects the brain and spinal cord.
- Moody is cycling 500 miles (804 km) from Newcastle to Twickenham to raise money for the My Name’5 Doddie Foundation.
- The challenge includes visits to five of Moody’s former rugby clubs, such as Leicester Tigers and Bath.
- George "Doddie" Weir, a rugby player who died from MND in 2022, inspired the ride.
- Moody highlighted the work of campaigners like Kevin Sinfield in moving closer to a cure for MND.
- Moody’s family, friends, and former teammates support him on the journey.
- Onlookers, including people also affected by MND, gathered to see the riders off and show support.
- Moody said he relies on his team to keep mentally and physically strong during the challenge.
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