Prince William and Catherine met the former Leeds Rhinos star at the DIY Kitchens Stadium on Tuesday (Sep 29), where he arrived as part of his latest fundraising effort for the motor neurone disease (MND) community.
The royal couple applauded Sir Kevin and his running team before meeting members of the MND community and speaking with supporters.
Sir Kevin is completing seven ultra marathons in seven days, travelling through rugby league communities across the North of England.
Inspired by his former teammate and close friend Rob Burrow, who died from MND in 2024, Sir Kevin has raised more than £11 million for MND causes since beginning his fundraising challenges in 2020.
The Yorkshire Post's photographs capture the royal visit and Sir Kevin's arrival in Wakefield.
1. William and Kate surprised Sir Kevin Sinfield at the end of day three of his 7 in 7: The Grand Finale 2026 Challenge, at the DIY Kitchens Stadium, the home of Wakefield Trinity, in West Yorkshire
William and Kate surprised Sir Kevin Sinfield at the end of day three of his 7 in 7: The Grand Finale 2026 Challenge, at the DIY Kitchens Stadium, the home of Wakefield Trinity, in West Yorkshire | Mike Egerton/PA Photo: Mike Egerton/PA
2. Princess Kate chats to members of the MND community at Wakefield Trinity Rugby League Club.
Princess Kate chats to members of the MND community at Wakefield Trinity Rugby League Club. | Tony Johnson
3. Prince William chats to members of the MND community at Wakefield Trinity Rugby League Club
Prince William chats to members of the MND community at Wakefield Trinity Rugby League Club | Tony Johnson
4. Sir Kevin Sinfield at Wakefield Trinity Rugby League Club finishing day 3 of his ultramarathons.
Sir Kevin Sinfield at Wakefield Trinity Rugby League Club finishing day 3 of his ultramarathons | Tony Johnson
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