Prince William says Kevin Sinfield deserved knighthood years ago

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 26 Oct, 11:31 · Archive

Prince William has said rugby legend Kevin Sinfield should have received his knighthood 'years ago', praising him as 'just a machine' for his endurance efforts. Sinfield was made a Knight Bachelor for his services to the motor neurone disease community and to league and union rugby, having raised millions for charity.

During his 7 in 7: The Grand Finale challenge, Sinfield completes an ultra-marathon every day for seven days. The Prince and Princess of Wales surprised him in Wakefield as he finished the third day of the challenge, having set off that morning from Bishopthorpe Palace. The fundraiser was inspired by his former Leeds Rhinos teammate Rob Burrow, who died in 2024 after living with motor neurone disease for four-and-a-half years.

William told BBC Breakfast that he worried about Sinfield's knees and hips, describing him as 'a top bloke' and 'really nice guy, good, honest, kind, decent northerner' with no ego. 'He is what you get,' the Prince added.

How it is being reported

• Kevin Sinfield should’ve been knighted ‘years ago’, Prince William saysRugby legend Sir Kevin Sinfield should have received his knighthood “years ago”, Prince William has said.York Press · 26 Oct, 10:56
• Kevin Sinfield should’ve been knighted ‘years ago’, Prince William saysRugby legend Sir Kevin Sinfield should have received his knighthood “years ago”, Prince William has said.Gazette & Herald (Malton) · 26 Oct, 10:56

In this story: Kevin Sinfield · Prince William · Rob Burrow · Leeds Rhinos · Wakefield Trinity · York · Windsor Castle

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