Rob Burrow, the former rugby league star who worked tirelessly to raise awareness around motor neurone disease (MND) 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 (MND).
Burrow enjoyed a decorated career, representing Leeds Rhinos, England and Great Britain, but he will be best remembered for his bravery in a battle off the pitch that began in 2019.
Burrow, a fierce competitor, known for many years as the smallest player in Rugby League's Super League, was determined to tackle his illness head on.
Speaking to Sky News shortly after his diagnosis, he said: "A few weeks past the diagnosis, I'm a lot better, I'm feeling positive and just ready to take it on."
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