Rugby icon Lewis Moody, in a candid and emotional interview with Sir Clive Woodward, has shared the profound challenges of his Motor Neurone Disease (MND) diagnosis. He admits to moments of profound despair, describing the feeling as if “the end of the world is upon you.” The thought of what he might miss with his children weighs heavily on him, so much so that he has recorded his voice as a poignant precaution for their future.
Despite the immense personal struggle, Moody’s spirit remains resolute. He expresses a deep sense of gratitude, viewing himself as someone who has been entrusted with a crucial responsibility. He feels “lucky” to have received the “baton” from fellow MND advocates Doddie Weir and Rob Burrow, a symbol of their legacy and a call to action to continue the fight against this devastating disease.
The interview, set within the warm embrace of Moody’s home, was met with an “enthusiastic welcome.” His loyal labradoodle, Ziggy, embodied the same exuberant energy that once characterized his owner on the rugby field, providing a heartwarming and perhaps therapeutic presence during this difficult time.
Lewis Moody meets Sir Clive Woodward: You’re told it’s the end of the world. I feel down when I think of things I’ll miss with my kids – I’ve recorded my voice in case it goes. But I feel lucky, like I’ve been handed a baton by Doddie and Rob to fight MND
English Translation:
Rugby icon Lewis Moody, in a candid and emotional interview with Sir Clive Woodward, has shared the profound challenges of his Motor Neurone Disease (MND) diagnosis. He admits to moments of profound despair, describing the feeling as if “the end of the world is upon you.” The thought of what he might miss with his children weighs heavily on him, so much so that he has recorded his voice as a poignant precaution for their future.
Despite the immense personal struggle, Moody’s spirit remains resolute. He expresses a deep sense of gratitude, viewing himself as someone who has been entrusted with a crucial responsibility. He feels “lucky” to have received the “baton” from fellow MND advocates Doddie Weir and Rob Burrow, a symbol of their legacy and a call to action to continue the fight against this devastating disease.
The interview, set within the warm embrace of Moody’s home, was met with an “enthusiastic welcome.” His loyal labradoodle, Ziggy, embodied the same exuberant energy that once characterized his owner on the rugby field, providing a heartwarming and perhaps therapeutic presence during this difficult time.
