Rob Burrow: Rugby league player who raised awareness after Motor Neurone Disease diagnosis, dies aged 41

Rob Burrow, the former rugby league star who worked tirelessly to raise awareness around motor neurone disease after being diagnosed with the illness, has died at the age of 41. Burrow played the sport internationally and won eight Super League titles with Leeds Rhinos before being diagnosed with the disease aged 37. He was awarded a CBE in the New Year Honours List for his services to motor neurone disease .

'What's become clear is the fight and the spirit that I knew Rob had, he's shown more than ever.' Sinfield, who captained Leeds Rhinos to many of their most famous victories has completed several challenges to fundraise for MND organisations. These include raising £1.5 million after completing seven ultramarathons in seven days, starting from Edinburgh and ending at Manchester's Old Trafford stadium, reaching the finish line during the Rugby League World Cup Final.

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