Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD) is a progressive condition diagnosed in childhood. It causes all the muscles in the body to gradually weaken, including the heart and lungs.

DMD almost always affects boys. It is typically diagnosed in childhood between the age of three and six.

There is currently no cure for Duchenne, but there is hope. Duchenne UK are at the forefront of advancing treatments and care for everyone affected by the disease.

Fox Payne's charity partner for 2026

For 2026, Fox Payne are proud to have partnered with the charity Duchenne UK and specifically the Ben vs Duchenne Family Fund. Ben and his family get to decide where to allocate the funds raised, whether that’s a research, care or technology project.