Christopher Dean waited over 40 years to be knighted, raising questions about when Kevin Sinfield will be recognized in a similar manner. The sequence of Dean’s honor before Sinfield’s raises concerns about the credibility of the system. Dean and Jayne Torvill won Olympic gold in 1984, yet only recently received their respective honors. The delay in acknowledging Sinfield’s remarkable contributions to the fight against motor neurone disease is perplexing. Despite numerous accolades, including an MBE, OBE, and CBE, Sinfield remains without a knighthood. His humility and reluctance to seek the spotlight may be hindering the process. Critics argue that the honours system perpetuates inequality and privilege, evident in Sinfield’s case. While Billy Boston received a knighthood this year, Sinfield’s continuous oversight could be seen as elitism. The sportsman’s background in Rugby League should not impede his recognition. Insisting on evaluating individuals based on their origins could be deemed discriminatory.