Geoff Burrow, the father of the late Rob Burrow, has expressed his support for Lewis Moody following the announcement of the England rugby legend’s diagnosis with motor neurone disease (MND). Moody, aged 47, shared his emotional revelation in a recent interview.
Joining the ranks of former rugby stars affected by the degenerative muscle-wasting condition, Moody follows in the footsteps of Doddie Weir and Burrow, who succumbed to the disease. Burrow valiantly battled MND for five years before passing away at the age of 41 last year.
Moody’s heartfelt disclosure sparked a wave of concern about his future, prompting Geoff to reach out with a message of encouragement. Geoff shared a fundraising link aimed at supporting Moody and his family during this challenging time, emphasizing the importance of collective assistance.
The fundraising campaign seeks to raise approximately £130,000 for Moody and his loved ones. The GoFundMe page highlights Moody’s resilience and positivity in facing the changes that lie ahead, calling for support to meet their evolving needs and chosen causes.
In a similar vein to his former rugby league comrade Kevin Sinfield, Rob Burrow mobilized significant charitable efforts and awareness campaigns for MND before his passing. Honored with a CBE for their charitable initiatives, Burrow and Sinfield received a special visit from Prince William at Headingley Stadium.
Meanwhile, Moody candidly discussed his diagnosis in an emotional BBC interview, expressing his current struggle with facing the uncertainties of the future. With a storied career that includes a Rugby World Cup victory in 2003 and domestic successes with Leicester and Bath, Moody’s legacy in the sport remains impactful.