Robert Vickers

Dad, husband and retired rugby player for @FalconsRugby

[Robert Vickers @robvickers81]

@Will_Chudley Congrats on a fantastic career, will x

[Robert Vickers @robvickers81]

So much kindness in all that he did. Will leave a huge hole in so many lives. Thoughts with all those he leaves behind. Rest in peace big man x

[Newcastle Red Bulls @NCL_RedBulls]

It is with desperate sadness that Newcastle Falcons has learned of the passing of our former player and lifetime friend, Doddie Weir OBE.

Rest in peace, Doddie 🙏 .

https://t.co/UBAW03EI7S

[BBC Breakfast @BBCBreakfast]

Gloucester Rugby Union star Ed Slater has been diagnosed with motor neurone disease and has retired with immediate effect.
The 33 year old has been undergoing tests for six months.
Jill Douglas from @MNDoddie5 spoke to #BBCBreakfast
https://t.co/LpHjhjP4Rj

[BBC Breakfast @BBCBreakfast]

"I'm totally flabbergasted why I'm still here"

Doddie Weir says he's surprised to be alive, six years after being diagnosed with motor neurone disease.

The Scotland rugby legend was speaking after receiving an honorary degree from Abertay University ⬇️

https://t.co/QjUmwLYNfc

[Robert Vickers @robvickers81]

@NovosRFC Onwards and upwards!!!

[Robert Vickers @robvickers81]

We all need people like this in our lives! Wonderful

[Sedbergh Courses @SedberghCourses]

🔊 SOUND ON

We recently captured this amazing moment at our Easter Courses

The incredible connection and heart-warming friendship between these two boys perfectly demonstrates the ethos of our courses, and we could not be prouder

#GOLD

[Newcastle Red Bulls @NCL_RedBulls]

17) TRY FALCONS!

Trevor Davison with a pick-and-go from what will always be known as 'Rob Vickers range'.

Conversion is missed.

Falcons 5 Zebre 9.

[Robert Vickers @robvickers81]

@FalconsRugby Sounds like a spectacular try! Howay the lads!

[Robert Vickers @robvickers81]

@markismith50 Have you asked for a selfie, smithy?

[Robert Vickers @robvickers81]

A brilliant story of growth and improvement! A brilliant example of how to go about your business, not limited just to rugby! The future is bright for wils!

[England Rugby @EnglandRugby]

“That dream of playing for England was always there.”

After announcing his retirement, we take a look back at Mark Wilson's rugby journey 🌹

His story ⬇

[Robert Vickers @robvickers81]

@Mark_wils610 Congrats on a wonderful career, buddy. A pleasure to share part of your journey with you, and look forward to sitting in the stands (with a beer) talking about how things used to be! Proud of everything you achieved, and how you achieved it! X

[Newcastle Red Bulls @NCL_RedBulls]

📸 What a career you’ve had, @Mark_wils610.

A true Falcons legend! 🙌

[Robert Vickers @robvickers81]

@Evesy89 @HartpuryRugby Congrats, Luke. All the best for the future

[Robert Vickers @robvickers81]

@markismith50 Excellent, as always, smithy! Hope you’re enjoying Christmas!

[BBC Breakfast @BBCBreakfast]

He's done it!! 🎉 👏

What a moment, what a man! Kevin Sinfield finishes his MAMMOTH 101 mile run in 24 hours live on #BBCBreakfast 🏃‍♂️

And his best mate Rob Burrow saw him over the line

[BBC Breakfast @BBCBreakfast]

“Sounds like I've got a massive man crush, I probably do!” 😂

Kevin Sinfield has impressed his new colleagues after swapping Rugby League for Union 🏉

All while preparing to run 101 miles in 24 hours from Leicester to Leeds for his friend Rob Burrow 🏃
https://t.co/dvYHaP83vg

[Robert Vickers @robvickers81]

What a fantastic results for @FalconsRugby, backing up a strong start to the season! With 150 up for @joelhodgson_1 today, it’s going to be a messy bus ride home!!! Look out the toon, they’re coming in hot! 🔥🦅

[Soudal Quick-Step Pro Cycling Team @soudalquickstep]

A #TDF2021 final kilometer for the history books!

[BBC Breakfast @BBCBreakfast]

“I have too many reasons to live” 

Former sports stars Rob Burrow, Stephen Darby and Doddie Weir are all living with MND. There is no cure. 

#BBCBreakfast reunited them for the first time since last year as they fight to raise awareness.

https://t.co/7m4fsOQy5f

[The Dunes @dunesadventure]

Through its title partnership with Premiership Rugby, @GallagherUK is helping give our business a boost, as we prepare to throw open our doors once more to local families in the area. The countdown has begun

Find out more:
https://t.co/5DM0A5rS1M

#TacklingTomorrowTogether