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Sir Kevin Sinfield completes final ultramarathon challenge for motor neurone disease
Overview
Sir Kevin Sinfield has completed his latest endurance challenge, running seven ultramarathons in seven days to raise funds for motor neurone disease (MND) in memory of his former teammate Rob Burrow. Sinfield finished his challenge at Old Trafford ahead of the Super League Grand Final, having raised over £13m for the MND community since 2020.
Key points
- Sir Kevin Sinfield completed seven ultramarathons in seven days, finishing at Old Trafford Stadium.
- The challenge was held in memory of his late teammate Rob Burrow, who died in 2024.
- Sinfield and his team have raised more than £13m for the MND community since starting their annual challenges in 2020.
- During the challenge, Sinfield visited all 12 Super League clubs and was surprised by visits from royals and sporting figures.
- Funds raised will support organizations including the MND Association, Leeds Hospitals Charity, and MND Scotland.