Prince William is paying tribute to Rob Burrow after the rugby star’s death at age 41 following a battle with motor neurone disease.
The organization called Burrow a “hard working and dedicated player,” noting that his “fearless performances” made him “one of the most respected players in the Rhinos ranks.” 'Fittingly, as a tribute to the incredible work done by Rob, the groundbreaking of the new Rob Burrow Centre for MND at Seacroft Hospital on Monday will go ahead as planned at Rob's request,” the statement concluded. “At this time, we would ask that everyone respect the privacy of the Burrow family.'U.K. Prime Minister Rishi Sunak also mourned Burrow, whom he was “honored” to have spent time with last year.