RUGBY league legend Kevin Sinfield travelled through Stansted Airport on a charity challenge.
The airport welcomed Kevin and his support team on Monday as they passed through the airport as part of his 7 in 7: Together fundraiser.
The fundraiser supports the motor neurone disease (MND) community through a series of challenges across multiple regions.
On the day of their journey, the team completed the East Anglia leg—a run from Bury St Edmunds to Ipswich—in honour of former Ipswich Town striker Marcus Stewart, who is living with MND.
They departed Stansted on the 8.05pm Ryanair flight to Cork to continue the challenge, which involves seven ultra-distance runs across seven regions in seven days.
Each leg includes an extra mile run with members of the MND community.
Kevin said: "I would like to say a big thank you to all the team at Stansted for their support on our journey to Cork on Monday.
"Part of our challenge, as well as clocking up the miles running on the road, is the logistics of moving between our locations and the backing from everyone at Stansted made sure that was as smooth as possible."
Airport staff greeted the team in the early evening, providing VIP treatment, fast track security clearance and time in the Escape Lounge before take-off.
Paul Garnett, car park and ancillaries director at London Stansted, said: "We were honoured to support Kevin and his team as they travelled through Stansted.
"His commitment to raising awareness and vital funds for the MND community is inspiring, and we were pleased to play a small part in helping the team reach their next destination."
This year’s 7 in 7: Together challenge is focused on reaching communities that are often overlooked by major events, ensuring they feel supported and recognised.
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On Tuesday, December 2, the team continued their journey in Cork, paying tribute to Irish broadcaster Charlie Bird and former rugby league star Paul Darbyshire.
Funds raised from the challenge will support six MND charities, including the MND Association, MND Scotland, and the My Name’5 Doddie Foundation.
More details about the fundraiser are available through giveasyoulive.com.
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