The Most Wonderful Human - Will Greenwood Leads Backing for Moody Following Motor Neurone Disease News
Lewis Moody discussing his recent health news
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Ex-England skipper Lewis Moody has been backed to face motor neurone disease with "complete determination" by ex-colleague and teammate from the victorious squad Will Greenwood.
The 47-year-old sportsman, learned he had the degenerative, muscle-wasting condition a fortnight back and has revealed to BBC Breakfast that he is struggling to confront the implications of his diagnosis.
Rugby league legend Rob Burrow and Scotland and British and Irish Lions great Doddie Weir have both succumbed to the disease in recent years.
"He represents the best of humanity that we cherish deeply," Will Greenwood, who played alongside Moody for England and his club, told BBC Radio 5 Live.
"The news is heartbreaking, because he is a truly good person. And I know there is no order to this stuff - how you leave this planet - but you root for the good guys."
"He possesses no malice, he is incredibly hopeful individual you can ever meet... and then he had a talent during games to suddenly transform and be a remarkably determined player."
"He will fight this with every ounce of his strength."
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The club executive, Sweeney's counterpart at the club where Moody played extensively, winning seven English titles and continental honors over a decade and a half, also commended Moody as someone beyond just sports.
"The numbers, silverware and recognition tell you what an incredible player Lewis was, but that is only half the story," commented the representative.
"At one moment he'd be celebrating with the international prize and the next week he'd be in the box office where I worked, taking calls from fans if we were exceptionally occupied and helping sell tickets."
"In character, his commitment to his club along with his kindness and enthusiasm was evident, which made him beloved among team-mates, staff and supporters alike."
"Consistently seeking to assist people, Lewis in partnership with his wife Annie have worked tirelessly through the their foundation, backing investigations of cerebral growths and helping affected families."
"He absolutely threw himself in. It was clearly shown by personal conduct. He would not request anyone to do something he couldn't accomplish personally. He is totally brave."
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