Summary
Kevin Sinfield, a rugby league star, completed seven ultramarathons in seven days to raise awareness and funds for motor neurone disease (MND) in honor of his late friend Rob Burrow. He covered about 300km, finishing the challenge at Headingley Stadium in Leeds and raising over £1.15 million for several MND charities.
Key Facts
- Kevin Sinfield ran seven ultramarathons in seven consecutive days.
- The total distance he covered was approximately 300 kilometers (185 miles).
- Sinfield ran to raise money and awareness for motor neurone disease (MND).
- The challenge started at Bury St Edmunds Rugby Club and finished at Headingley Stadium in Leeds.
- He managed to raise over £1.15 million for various MND charities.
- Sinfield was joined by triathlete Jonny Brownlee and boxer Josh Warrington for the final distance.
- The money will help support multiple organizations related to MND, including the Motor Neurone Disease Association.
- Rob Burrow, Sinfield's former teammate, was diagnosed with MND in 2019 and died in 2024.
