Prince William and Catherine's surprise visit to Kevin Sinfield's charity run
Prince William and Catherine made a surprise appearance to support rugby star Sir Kevin Sinfield during his final endurance challenge to raise funds for Motor Neurone Disease. The royal couple met with families affected by the disease and praised Sinfield's ongoing fundraising efforts.
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The involvement of high-profile figures helps maintain public awareness and funding momentum for medical research into Motor Neurone Disease.
Image source, PA Media Image caption, Prince William and Catherine made an unexpected appearance to meet Sir Kevin
Royal correspondent Published 25 minutes ago The Prince and Princess of Wales made a surprise visit to support rugby league star Sir Kevin Sinfield, on the third day of his endurance challenge to raise funds for Motor Neurone Disease (MND) charities.
"What you're doing is so inspiring – the unity that you're building," Catherine told Sir Kevin.
Prince William and Catherine caught up with Sir Kevin in Wakefield, West Yorkshire, as he carries out what he says will be his final fundraising challenge.
Sir Kevin is aiming to complete seven ultra marathons in seven days, running between Hull and Manchester, in a challenge inspired by his former teammate Rob Burrow, who died from MND in 2024.
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