Kenny Logan raises £600k for Doddie Weir MND charity in celeb cycle to France

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A 680-mile endurance challenge organised by Kenny Logan raised almost £600,0000 for Doddie Weir’s motor neurone disease (MND) foundation.The former Scotland rugby star led a 20-strong group of famous faces to cycle from Murrayfield to Paris over the course of a week in October.He was joined on the way by wife Gabby, Rangers legend Ally McCoist and actor James Nesbitt.

Kenny Logan’s World Cup Challenge saw them walk and cycle from Edinburgh to the Stade de France where they presented the match ball ahead of Scotland’s clash with Ireland.The rugby legend – who has been given the all-clear after being diagnosed with cancer last year – had set a target of £555,555 in memory of Weir, who wore the number 5 jersey for his clubs and country.Logan – who has 70 Scotland caps – said after the challenge: “Thank you to everyone who has supported and donated.“It just shows you what’s possible when you have a purpose.”Weir, who played more than 60 times for Scotland, was diagnosed with MND in 2017 and passed away last year aged 52.The My Name’5 Doddie Foundation has raised more than £11million in the last six years.Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today.You'll receive daily updates on breaking news as well as the top headlines across Scotland.No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team.All you have to do is click here if you're on mobile, select 'Join Community' and you're in!If you're on a desktop, simply scan the QR code above with your phone and click 'Join Community'.We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners.