Doddie Weir, former Scotland rugby international, dies after lengthy battle with motor neurone disease

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Former Scottish rugby international Doddie Weir has died at the age of 52. Weir won 61 caps for his country and was selected for the British and Irish Lions Tour to South Africa in 1997. He was diagnosed with Motor Neurone Disease (MND) in 2016. His foundation has raised almost $9.7 million to fight the disease.

Published 2 months ago · Edinburgh, United Kingdom

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Times of India

Remembering Scotland legend Doddie Weir: Contribution in fight against Motor Neurone Disease

After a five-year-long battle with motor neurone disease (MND), Rugby union icon Doddie Weir has passed away aged 52. Rob Burrow, who also suffers from the same illness, offers his condolences.

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BBC News

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The Guardian

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The Independent

Doddie Weir dies aged 52 after battle with MND

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Daily Mirror

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Associated Press News

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