He told the Strathspey Herald: "On Thursday, I was moved to palliative care... and told that I have four months to live. ‌Born in Dunfermline in April 1978 with a club foot, David endured numerous operations to break and reset his bones. ‌Just a few hours later, the courageous Scot attended the Team Scotland Scottish Sports Awards on Thursday to accept an award. Fortunately, the effects of David's surgery were temporary, but last year he revealed that he had undergone emergency brain surgery after three tumours were discovered. I just wish I could've attended in person to talk to the youngsters about the importance of chasing a dream.

Source: Daily Mirror February 17, 2026 21:15 UTC