Doddie Weir death: Former rugby player dies at 52

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Former Scotland international rugby player Doddie Weir died on Saturday (November 26) at the age of 52, six years after he was diagnosed with motor neurone disease (MND). Born in Edinburgh, Weir raised millions through a charity he set up with his wife, My Name’5 Doddie Foundation to aid research into MND following his diagnosis in 2016. Jill Douglas, CEO of My Name’5 Doddie Foundation and close friend said: “Doddie enjoyed a full life full of fun and love. Doddie Weir won 61 caps in a distinguished career for Scotland. The sporting icon appeared for his final Scotland match in March 2000 when they lost to France 16-28 at home.
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