Former Scotland rugby player Doddie Weir diagnosed with motor neurone disease

• Former rugby union international attempting to raise awareness of condition• Weir is supporting Global MND Awareness Day on WednesdayThe former Scotland international Doddie Weir has revealed he is battling motor neurone disease. The 46-year-old retired lock says he has decided to announce his diagnosis to raise awareness of the condition.He is now joining forces with researchers to help tackle the degenerative condition, which occurs when specialist nerve cells in the brain and spinal cord stop functioning properly. Related: Joost van der Westhuizen will be remembered for inspirational spir…