This week four rugby legends from England and Wales are competing against each other at the \u2018Rugby Speaker of the Year\u2019 lunch, in support of Prostate Cancer UK, and encouraging sporting fans in the capital to come along.<\/p>\n
Hosted by Roger Dakin, the lunch will take place at The Grosvenor House Hotel, Park Lane, on Friday 20th September from midday onwards.<\/p>\n
Former England players Kyran Bracken and Martin Bayfield, and Welsh internationals Gareth Edwards MBE and Scott Quinell, will compete for the 2013 rugby speaker title to reach the \u2018Sporting Speaker of the Year\u2019 in November. <\/p>\n
Proceeds from the event will go to Prostate Cancer UK, who helps provide dedicated support and information to men and their families affected by prostate cancer and fund research to help fight the disease. All four speakers are showing their support and urging fans to show theirs too.<\/p>\n
Returning champion, Martin Bayfield, said: \u201cThe pressure is on this year as I defend my title, and competition will be tough but I\u2019m up for the challenge. I was shocked to hear 250,000 men are currently living with prostate cancer so I hope we can do our bit to show support and raise vital funds needed. I hope as many people turn up and support too.\u201d<\/p>\n
Rugby World Cup 2003 Winner, Kyran Bracken, said: \u201cIf my public speaking is as good as my Ice-skating I might be in with a chance! Speaking of chances, one in eight men will get prostate cancer \u2013 this is a scary statistic and is why I\u2019m supporting Prostate Cancer UK in its bid to fight the disease. Please come along and help.\u201d<\/p>\n
Considered by many, one of the greatest rugby players ever, Gareth Edwards MBE, said: \u201cI\u2019m very much looking forward to the rugby speakers\u2019 lunch and hoping for a win! I understand that at the moment prostate cancer is the most common in men in the UK and by 2030 will be the most common cancer overall. This is a shocking fact and why I\u2019m showing my support to raise funds and awareness for Prostate Cancer UK. Do come along and show your support too.\u201d<\/p>\n
Former British Lion and Wales rugby hero, Scott Quinnell, said: \u201cIt\u2019s Wales Vs England and I\u2019m hoping we have the edge! It is daunting to know that one man every hour dies from prostate cancer in the UK, that\u2019s 10,000 men every year. Men don\u2019t always pay much attention to their health but if caught early prostate cancer can be treated successfully so I\u2019d encourage every man to be aware. I\u2019m supporting Prostate Cancer UK, why don\u2019t you join us on the day and show yours too?\u201d<\/p>\n
To make a booking or request further information contact lucy.wray@mbnpromotions or mark.hudson@mbnpromotions.co.uk, or visit http:\/\/www.mbnpromotions.co.uk\/events\/view\/44\/rugby-speaker-of-the-year-2013.<\/p>\n
Over 40,000 men are diagnosed with prostate cancer each year in the UK and one man dies every hour. Prostate Cancer UK helps more men survive the disease and enjoy a better quality of life.<\/p>\n
If you are concerned about prostate cancer, call Prostate Cancer UK’s confidential Helpline on 0800 074 8383 or visit www.prostatecanceruk.org. The helpline is free to landlines, staffed by specialist nurses and open from 9am to 5pm on Monday to Friday with late opening from 7 – 9pm on Wednesdays. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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