Rugby star Kevin Sinfield has achieved a remarkable milestone in his charity challenge, raising over £1 million for Motor Neurone Disease (MND) research. Sinfield is currently undertaking the daunting task of running seven ultra marathons in seven days across the UK. He is set to complete this extraordinary feat with a homecoming event in Leeds on Sunday. Prince William, who last met Sinfield during the opening of the Rob Burrow Centre in Leeds, sent a message of encouragement on the penultimate day of the challenge. He stated, “Kevin, huge congratulations on nearing the finish of your incredible 7 in 7 challenge! Your commitment to Rob and everyone affected by MND is truly inspiring. Thank you for shining a light on the need for research and support, and for the hope and example you bring. Look after those knees!” This is Sinfield’s sixth challenge in support of MND charities, following five previous efforts that collectively raised over £10 million. He is running in memory of his close friend Rob Burrow, a rugby league legend and fellow MND Association ambassador, who passed away in 2024 due to the disease. Sinfield, 45, described his penultimate day as “tricky” as he made his way from Scotland, donning a Dennis the Menace top. He expressed gratitude to his supporters, stating, “It will change lives.” England rugby union coach Steve Borthwick praised Sinfield, saying, “This man is an inspiration. What Kev and his team and everybody is doing to make the MND community feel loved and cared for. And that’s exactly what it does.” The MND Association acknowledged Sinfield’s efforts, stating, “Unstoppable. Kev and the team are currently digging deep to finish their penultimate run of the 7in7together challenge.” Campaigner Jayne Halhead celebrated the achievement on social media, while England Rugby captain Lewis Moody, who is living with MND, echoed her sentiments, calling Sinfield “humble, quietly spoken and a machine.” Sinfield has met with families affected by MND during his journey, including the family of Kyle Sieniawski, a 14-year-old who died from the disease in November. Kyle’s mother expressed her gratitude, saying, “What you are doing is amazing, thank you.” Sinfield responded, “It’s raw for so many people and I hope you feel that the community’s there for you and it is. We’ve got to make sure that Kyle is always remembered.” He emphasised the urgency of addressing MND, stating, “It can’t happen, it has to stop.” Kyle’s family from Pontypridd, Rhondda Cynon Taf, highlighted the unpredictable nature of the disease, warning that it can affect anyone at any age, at any time. As Sinfield approaches the final leg of his challenge, the support from the community and the funds raised will contribute significantly to MND research and support for those affected by the condition.