LeagueNews.co | Robbie Hamilton
Leeds Rhinos paid tribute to their 'little warrior' Rob Burrow with a victory against Leigh Leopards on Motor Neurone Disease Awareness Day, as the Rugby League community and Sky Sports honored the legendary no.
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Burrow, a key player in eight Super League Grand Finals, showed immense courage in his battle against MND since his diagnosis in 2019.
"In the game of life, you have to keep pushing forward and chasing your dreams," said Burrow, whose remarkable career will be remembered for years to come.
The atmosphere at Headingley Stadium was electric as fans, family, and friends gathered to salute the man who fought tirelessly for MND awareness.
Sky Sports' Jamie Jones-Buchanan spoke of Burrow's impact, describing how his 'brothers and sisters' in the Rugby League community came together to honor him.
His wife Lindsey, parents Irene and Geoff, and former teammates from around the world, including Australia and New Zealand, came together to celebrate his legacy.
A touching tribute on the pitch, accompanied by a stirring rendition of Nessun Dorma, highlighted the importance of raising funds for MND research.
With six people being diagnosed with MND every day, the need for a cure is urgent.
The MND Awareness game aimed to make a difference and support those affected by this devastating disease.